Lead the cast Crossword Clue

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Lead the cast Crossword Answer

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STAR

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Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. the heading or caption of a newspaper article
(verb)
1. provide (a newspaper page or a story) with a headline
2. publicize widely or highly, as if with a headline

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

CAST (noun)
1. the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel
2. the visual appearance of something or someone
CAST (verb)
1. formulate in a particular style or language
2. form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold
LEAD (verb)
1. be in charge of
2. take somebody somewhere
LEAD (noun)
1. the introductory section of a story
2. a jumper that consists of a short piece of wire

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

STAR
(4 letters)

More Newsday Crossword (10/16/2026) Answers

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Down

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