lead to
verb
led to; leading to; leads to
: to result in (something)
a course of study leading to a degree in agriculture
Her investigations ultimately led to the discovery of the missing documents.
His volunteer work in the hospital led to a career in nursing.
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This time, Alex Vesia and Jack Dreyer handed a four-run lead to Edgardo Henriquez in the eighth inning.
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Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 12 June 2026
Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
Speaking at a November Yahoo Finance Invest Conference, Karp took specific aim at analysts and journalists whose critical coverage of the for-profit surveillance venture was leading to negative investor sentiment.
—Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 11 June 2026
Ultimately, they were led to Hartley, and were able to obtain a DNA sample from her daughter.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 11 June 2026
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Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 12 June 2026
Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
Speaking at a November Yahoo Finance Invest Conference, Karp took specific aim at analysts and journalists whose critical coverage of the for-profit surveillance venture was leading to negative investor sentiment.
—Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 11 June 2026
Ultimately, they were led to Hartley, and were able to obtain a DNA sample from her daughter.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 11 June 2026
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“Lead to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lead%20to. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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