lead

take somebody somewhere

“we led him to our chief”

“can you take me to the main entrance?”

“He conducted us to the palace”

“The men lead the horses across the field”

produce as a result or residue

“The water left a mark on the silk dress”

“Her blood left a stain on the napkin”

tend to or result in

“This remark led to further arguments among the guests”

travel in front of; go in advance of others

“The procession was headed by John”

cause to undertake a certain action

“Her greed led her to forge the checks”

“They lead him to write the letter”

stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point

“Service runs all the way to Cranbury”

“His knowledge doesn't go very far”

“My memory extends back to my fourth year of life”

“The facts extend beyond a consideration of her personal assets”