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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Packing in actual ice usually leads to a messy meltwater issue, potentially spreading pathogens (particularly from seafood), while cold gel packs are contained within plastic sleeves that are bulky and not compostable.
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ArsTechnica, 31 Aug. 2025
Just north of the clamor on the Indiana Toll Road in East Chicago, an inconspicuous side street leads to Roxana Marsh on the Grand Calumet River.
—Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
The July 26 violent downtown altercation has led to eight arrests and at least six being injured and captured the nation’s attention.
—Brenda Ordonez, The Enquirer, 21 Aug. 2025
The museum says the two-year project has led to changes that allow visitors to learn more through interpretive signage and exhibits that provide greater context.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
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ArsTechnica, 31 Aug. 2025
Just north of the clamor on the Indiana Toll Road in East Chicago, an inconspicuous side street leads to Roxana Marsh on the Grand Calumet River.
—Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
The July 26 violent downtown altercation has led to eight arrests and at least six being injured and captured the nation’s attention.
—Brenda Ordonez, The Enquirer, 21 Aug. 2025
The museum says the two-year project has led to changes that allow visitors to learn more through interpretive signage and exhibits that provide greater context.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
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“Lead to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lead%20to. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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