Local English word record

lead off

verb · 2 senses

set in motion, cause to start

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Examples

  • The U.S. started a war in the Middle East
  • The Iraqis began hostilities
  • begin a new chapter in your life

Word relationships

Synonyms

begin, start, commence

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