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to lead up to
[phrase form: lead]
01
to come before and play a part in causing a particular result or event
Examples
The negotiations led up to the signing of the historic peace treaty.
02
to happen before a specific event or situation
Examples
The years leading up to the war were marked by tension and conflict.
03
to gently introduce a specific topic into a conversation over a period of time
Examples
With cautious words, she led up to the awkward topic of the failed project during the team meeting.
