The answers to the clues below will have something in common.

1. Starts up
2. Ends up
3. First in line
4. Last in line
5. Second in command
6. Heads down
7. Opens the meeting
8. Middle of the road
9. Closes early
10. Center of attention

Answers:

1. U
2. P
3. L
4. E
5. O
6. D
7. T
8. R
9. Y
10. N

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