先声夺人 [- - duó rén]His name is enough to strike terror in people's hearts.; forestall one's opponent [competitor] by a show of strength; One's prestige suffices to frighten others.; overawe others by displaying one's strength:
•¶ 这篇新闻显然是在对他的访问作先声夺人的报道。 The news had apparently been aimed at stealing the thunder from his visit.