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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.
The years of training and experience have led up to her success in the competition.
02
to happen before a specific event or situation
Examples
The years leading up to the war were marked by tension and conflict.
The days leading up to the exam were filled with stress and anxiety.
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.
The counselor skillfully led up to discussing the challenging family situation with the concerned teenager.
