To be related or connected — to become joined or associated with something else, forming a link or relation.
この現象は気候変動と結びついていると考えられる。
This phenomenon is thought to be linked to climate change.
彼の名前が事件と結びつく証拠はない。
There is no evidence linking his name to the incident.
値上げは消費者の不満と結びついて表れることが多い。
Price increases often manifest alongside consumer dissatisfaction.
To result in or lead to — to bring about a particular outcome or consequence.
早期の対応が被害の拡大を防ぐことに結びつく。
Early action leads to preventing the spread of damage.
彼の努力は成功につながり、昇進に結びついた。
His efforts paid off and led to a promotion.
情報の共有が信頼関係の強化に結びつく。
Sharing information leads to strengthening trust.