lead with something phrasal verb (see also lead)

1. if a newspaper or television programme leads with a particular story, that story is the main one:
The Washington Post leads with the latest news from Israel.

2. to use a particular hand to begin an attack in boxing, or a particular foot to begin a dance:
Adam led with his left and punched his opponent on the jaw.

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