lead paragraph

Frequency: 5.56.1 per million words

the first paragraph of a news story, summarizing the most important aspects

paragraphADJECTIVE + PARAGRAPH

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lead

Examples (10)

  • The reporter spent hours polishing the lead paragraph of the front-page story.
  • An effective lead paragraph should summarize the most important points of the news.
  • If the lead paragraph fails to hook the reader, the rest of the article may be ignored.
  • In modern journalism, the lead paragraph is often referred to simply as the 'lede'.
  • She revised the lead paragraph several times to ensure its maximum impact.
  • The lead paragraph of the report clearly outlines the company's new strategy.
  • Most people decide whether to continue reading based on the lead paragraph alone.
  • His lead paragraph was quite controversial, sparking immediate debate among readers.
  • The editor insisted that the main conclusion be moved to the lead paragraph.
  • Writing a compelling lead paragraph is one of the most difficult tasks for any writer.