lead to
phrasal 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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On Saturday night and early Sunday, forecasters expect wind and snow that could lead to blizzard conditions before the storm starts to move to sea.
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Arkansas Online, 31 Jan. 2026
The greatest concern is along the North Carolina Outer Banks and into the Virginia Tidewater region, where strong winds, high surf and beach erosion could lead to overwash and flooding in vulnerable coastal communities.
—Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
Affected cosmetics that are applied to the skin or eyes may lead to skin irritation, infection, or other adverse reactions.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 30 Jan. 2026
Key Takeaways Vitamin D deficiency can lead to bone pain and fractures.
—Mark Stibich, Verywell Health, 30 Jan. 2026
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Arkansas Online, 31 Jan. 2026
The greatest concern is along the North Carolina Outer Banks and into the Virginia Tidewater region, where strong winds, high surf and beach erosion could lead to overwash and flooding in vulnerable coastal communities.
—Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
Affected cosmetics that are applied to the skin or eyes may lead to skin irritation, infection, or other adverse reactions.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 30 Jan. 2026
Key Takeaways Vitamin D deficiency can lead to bone pain and fractures.
—Mark Stibich, Verywell Health, 30 Jan. 2026
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“Lead to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lead%20to. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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