Lead-in to potent or directional Crossword Clue

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LEAD-IN (noun)
1. the introductory section of a story
2. wire connecting an antenna to a receiver or a transmitter to a transmission line
DIRECTIONAL (adjective)
1. showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on

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