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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Poor sleep over a long period, however, can lead to far more serious health issues. —

Desireé Oostland, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2025 Novartis prioritized learning and exploration, leading to measurable improvements in innovation and morale. —

Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025 This is what led to the visioning of an urban farm on the empty lot, as well as all the businesses that will operate there. —

Pat Maio, Orange County Register, 15 Jan. 2025 Four more portals lead to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter—Ministry of Magic, How to Train Your Dragon—Isle of Berk, Super Nintendo World, and Dark Universe. —

Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for lead to