one thing led to another
The phrase "one thing led to another" is commonly used to describe a sequence of interconnected events, often leading to an unexpected outcome.
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Definition
B2Conversation
(idiomatic, informal)Used to avoid detailing the steps between events, suggesting the progression is either obvious or not worth elaborating on.
Example
- He asked for help with his homework, and one thing led to another, and we were studying all night.
B2General
(idiomatic, informal)A series of events where each step naturally follows the previous one, often leading to an unexpected or significant result.
Example
- We started talking about work, and one thing led to another, and we ended up planning a new project together.