lead up to

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But here’s what I’ll be looking for in the lead up to November: How far will Hilton go to capitalize on this moment for personal gain?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

June 2: Interest in the IPO space has skyrocketed in the lead up to the public listing of SpaceX.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

“We are hopeful that momentum will build over the next few weeks in the lead up to the games,” Posner said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

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

I'm in front of the wide steps that lead up to the museum when my backpack starts to ring.

From "The Sky at Our Feet" by Nadia Hashimi