lead one to

Idioms  

1. Cause one to do something. For example, This report leads me to believe that we're in an economic recession, or Her unexpected pregnancy led her to take a leave of absence. [First half of 1500s]

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Example Sentences

Coaches and trainers do come and go mysteriously, but nothing on camera would lead one to believe her a diva or such a deft actress that she could so successfully misrepresent herself.

From Los Angeles Times

That can lead one to infer that the court may be fairly likely to accept restrictions on mail and early voting.

From New York Times

“Two things can be right: There was plenty wrong in multiple states with how the election was administered, and that needs to be investigated and reformed, but at the same time that shouldn’t lead one to question the ultimate outcome of the election,” he said.

From Washington Times

That’s the kind of production that might lead one to believe he’ll retain the starting job as long as Drew Brees is sidelined with fractured ribs.

From Seattle Times

That’s the kind of production that might lead one to believe he’ll retain the starting job as long as Drew Brees is sidelined with fractured ribs.

From Washington Times