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leading up
UK
/ˈliːdɪŋ ʌp/
US
/ˈlidɪŋ ʌp/
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lead up
verb
leading up
Gerund
led up
Past Simple
led up
Past Participle
leading up
Gerund
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/liːd ʌp/
US
/lid ʌp/
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The events of the past few weeks have led up to this moment.
События последних нескольких недель подвели к этому моменту.
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guide
direct
usher
steer
conduct
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lead up
verb
To prepare the way for something; to be a precursor to an event or situation.
The discussions in the meeting led up to the final decision to merge the companies.
To gradually approach a particular topic or point in conversation or writing.
She led up to her main argument by first discussing the background information.
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