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Phrasal Verb - Leading Up To

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Raymundo CH

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Definition

A phrasal verb meaning to cause something to happen or bring about a situation, often implying a chain of events or gradual progression.

Examples

No.Example
1The unexpected snowstorm led up to a power outage that lasted for hours.
2Her constant criticism led up to her husband's decision to leave her.
3The series of small mistakes led up to a major error in the project.
4His poor time management skills led up to missing deadlines and losing business.
5The rising tension between the two countries led up to a full-scale war.
6Her persistent efforts led up to her getting the job she had always wanted.
7The sequence of events led up to a dramatic climax in the novel.
8His neglect of his health led up to a heart attack.
9The series of tests led up to the final exam.
10Their disagreement led up to a physical fight.