"One thing led to another"
Definition
This phrase means something happened step by step, and the situation quickly turned into something more serious, often romantic, sexual, or embarrassing. People say this when they don't want to explain all the details, especially if the situation is private or awkward.
How to use it
Use this phrase when you want to explain a chain of events without going into the messy details. It implies things escalated naturally and possibly unexpectedly.
Examples
► "We were just watching a movie, and one thing led to another."
► "He found an old magazine, started reading it, and one thing led to another."
From the lesson
Seinfeld | The Contest
This phrase appears in the Seinfeld | The Contest lesson. Open it to watch the scene and download the free worksheet.
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