The term 'Took First' can be summarized by three crossword solutions: Preempted (9 letters), WON (3 letters), and LED (3 letters). Preempted means to act in advance of or before others, especially by taking action to forestall or prevent something. WON means to gain victory or success in a competition or struggle. LED means to guide or direct on a way, especially by going in advance. All three words refer to taking the lead or being the first to do something.