lead to (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˌliːd ˈtuː/
Definition
To cause something to happen or to result in a particular situation or outcome.
Examples
Poor diet can lead to health problems.
The investigation may lead to new discoveries.
His actions could lead to serious trouble.
How to Use lead to
- lead to disaster (collocation)
- To result in a catastrophic outcome. — "Reckless driving can lead to disaster."
- lead to success (collocation)
- To result in a positive and desired outcome. — "Consistent effort will lead to success."
- lead to confusion (collocation)
- To cause a state of bewilderment or lack of understanding. — "The complex plot of the movie led to confusion among the audience."
- lead to believe (collocation)
- To cause someone to think or assume something. — "The evidence led me to believe he was innocent."
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