lead-up
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of lead-up
1950–55; noun use of verb phrase lead up ( to )
Example Sentences
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In the lead-up to the album’s release, Samuel posted photos and videos of himself as a young child.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026
Many in the party pointed to Donaldson's fall from grace undoubtedly having an impact when it came to knocking doors in the lead-up to polling day.
From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026
“Moths, gnats, and God knows what else,” he’d said in the lead-up.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026
The lead-up to its IPO became a cultural event, with a reach extending well beyond the stock market.
From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026
Reggie had lied, several times, in the lead-up to his mission.
From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel
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