bring out

verb

brought out; bringing out; brings out

transitive verb

1
a
: to make apparent
b
: to effectively develop (something, such as a quality)
2
a
: to present to the public
b
: to introduce formally to society
3
: utter

Examples of bring out in a Sentence

he ever so casually brings out the names of celebrities with whom he's supposedly buddy-buddy a blue scarf would bring out the color of your eyes
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Hunter’s defense, ball handling ability and 3-point shooting shined in March Madness and her inclusion in the starting five also brought out the best in Van Lith. Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Apr. 2025 Roasting the root veggie dulls their spiciness and brings out their natural sweetness, so much so, the technique might just convert some radish haters. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2025 The milk is usually condensed milk and/or evaporated milk , but this recipe utilizes canned coconut milk to make the halaya extra rich and bring out the nutty flavor of the yam. Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025 Monday night's episode rode the wave from Sunday night and brought out the second half of the Top 24 performers. Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bring out

Word History

First Known Use

1579, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of bring out was in 1579

Cite this Entry

“Bring out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bring%20out. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

bring out

verb
1
: to develop fully
a difficult task seems to bring out your best
2
: to produce and offer for sale
bring out a new book

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