The verb TO USHER means to cause or mark the start of sth new:
I ushered in the New Year with a couple resolutions.
His discovery ushered in increased research.
Just look at this! A new era is being ushered in.
This decision ushered in a very good period for his family.
The verb also means to lead sb to a place:
It was dark but fortunately there was a woman who ushered me to my seat.
The police officer ushered us to the room where someone was waiting for us.
Death ushered her into the kingdom of eternal peace.
The director ushered me into his office for a very long interview.
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