Was in the lead? Crossword Clue

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Was in the lead? Crossword Answer

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(adjective)
1. marked with an asterisk

Hint 2: Clue Definition

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: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
DARTERS

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