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leading

[lee-ding] / ˈli dɪŋ /


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Already this year, Yosemite National Park has ditched a reservation system, leading to enormous crowds in the valley and on nearby trails.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

The index is up 80% since March 30, leading to worries about a new dot-com-style bubble with chips looking like the 2026 version of fiberoptic stocks.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Grainge said the company remained committed to leading the global music industry by innovating, continuing to sign top stars, and deepening engagement with fans.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

As a result, injuries to the brain or spinal cord often become permanent, leading to serious disabilities such as paralysis or loss of movement.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

There weren’t even any houses this far out, only slick black rocks that looked like pillars leading out to the sea.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova




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