lead up to
Example Sentences
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U.S. forces often set up temporary operational sites in the lead up to military operations, security experts say.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026
The lead up to the visit, however, hasn’t been smooth.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026
The lead up to Eid has seen a month of community activity, including free daily iftar meals and support for hospital patients and families.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
In the lead up to the Super Bowl, boosters of traditional sportsbooks have been denigrating prediction markets.
From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026
The huge stone columns lining the road that lead up to the hotel look like they belong in a fairy-tale palace.
From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya
