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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However, without balance, the hustle habit becomes a trap that leads to burnout, disengagement, and poor decision-making.
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Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, Democrats, lacking the votes to block Trump's plans, are warning of severe consequences, particularly as the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) slashes federal agencies, leading to mass layoffs and the dismantling of government programs.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 20 Feb. 2025
Experts say this may, in turn, help prevent the calcification that leads to spinal fusion.
—Sarah Klein, SELF, 20 Feb. 2025
Mullen is clearly hopeful his honesty will lead to the beginning of a new chapter for his deeply fragmented country and help the American people rally together to confront a common enemy.
—Megan McCluskey, TIME, 20 Feb. 2025
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Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, Democrats, lacking the votes to block Trump's plans, are warning of severe consequences, particularly as the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) slashes federal agencies, leading to mass layoffs and the dismantling of government programs.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 20 Feb. 2025
Experts say this may, in turn, help prevent the calcification that leads to spinal fusion.
—Sarah Klein, SELF, 20 Feb. 2025
Mullen is clearly hopeful his honesty will lead to the beginning of a new chapter for his deeply fragmented country and help the American people rally together to confront a common enemy.
—Megan McCluskey, TIME, 20 Feb. 2025
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“Lead to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lead%20to. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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