conduce
verb (used without object)
to lead or contribute to a result (usually followed by to ortoward ).
has conduced
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present perfectof conduce (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Since then the pressing need for decent war aims has conduced, even among European states men, to a more favorable view of its practicality.
From Time Magazine Archive
As darkness is favourable to crime, so the invention of gaslight has conduced to morality.
From The Scientific Basis of National Progress Including that of Morality by George Gore
I proposed a feast at a smart restaurant, but Sir Randle preferred the atmosphere which has conduced, as he puts it, to the creation of so many of my brilliant compositions.
From The Big Drum A Comedy in Four Acts by Sir Arthur Wing Pinero
It is a provoking correlation, and has conduced to the obscurity of many a genius.
From The Hand of Ethelberta by Thomas Hardy
Insurance Offices.—These form another extensive group, which has conduced much to the improved street appearance of modern London.
From Collins' Illustrated Guide to London and Neighbourhood by Anonymous
