What does the cryptic crossword clue "Be the lead in Hamlet, say, taking king in hand with piece of deception (4,5,6)" mean?

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Be the lead in Hamlet, say, taking king in hand with piece of deception (4,5,6)

Q: What is the answer to "Be the lead in Hamlet, say, taking king in hand with piece of deception (4,5,6)"?

The answer is PLAY FIRST FIDDLE.

Times Cryptic #27898 | 26 Across | 2021-02-11

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