1
as in to create
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
in the end, the lawsuit brought distress to everyone, including the plaintiff
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2
as in to convince
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest request
nothing will ever bring her to admit she's wrong
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3
as in to cost
to have a price of
the antique will probably bring at least $1000 at auction
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Recent Examples of bring
And this game against England brings into focus the tricky process of adaptation Caldentey has faced since leaving Spain last year.
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Laia Cervelló Herrero, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
La Niña typically brings lower global temperatures, but not this time.
—Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 26 Feb. 2025
Indeed, NBCUniversal has tried to use its sports rights with the NFL and the Olympics to bring new users to Peacock.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 26 Feb. 2025
Hairstylist Efi Davies wanted to bring an air of elegance to the nostalgic look.
—Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2025
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Laia Cervelló Herrero, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
La Niña typically brings lower global temperatures, but not this time.
—Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 26 Feb. 2025
Indeed, NBCUniversal has tried to use its sports rights with the NFL and the Olympics to bring new users to Peacock.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 26 Feb. 2025
Hairstylist Efi Davies wanted to bring an air of elegance to the nostalgic look.
—Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bring
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The stunning natural scenery in the background paired with the sound of the breeze and local wildlife create a peaceful, natural ambience to keep on a second screen.—
Anusha Praturu,
Vulture,
4 Mar. 2025
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The Trump administration’s dismantling of federal agencies, led by Elon Musk, is beginning to create chaos for Western water supplies: California Rep. Mike Levin grilled an Army Corps lieutenant general about why the military dumped a bunch of water into the ground from two Central Valley dams.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2025
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Jodi Hildebrandt convinced Ruby and Kevin that Satan was out to get her.—
Claudia Rosenbaum,
Vulture,
4 Mar. 2025
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Mugler subsequently convinced Alaïa to accept Bergdorf Goodman’s invitation to stage his first show in New York City in 1982.—
Joelle Diderich,
WWD,
3 Mar. 2025
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Here's what may cost more Share Target's CEO warns that tariffs could drive up prices on popular items within a week.—
William Gavin,
Quartz,
5 Mar. 2025
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The fire damage has cost the Rodriguez family approximately $20,000, and their insurance broker told them they would most likely be dropped from their home insurance company next year for submitting a claim.—
Daisy Verduzco Reyes,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2025
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Alternate payment gateways cause Volusion to charge 1.25% for Personal, 0.65% for Professional, 0.35% for Business, and custom percentages for Prime.—
Robert Anderson,
PCMAG,
27 Feb. 2025
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But, unlike the 2019 outbreak, during which 1,274 individual cases of measles were confirmed in 31 states, this latest outbreak has already caused one death, the first from the disease in the U.S. since 2015.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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Mexican residents targeted In 1915, James Rawlings, secretary-manager of the Fort Worth Relief Association, persuaded U.S. immigration agents to investigate Mexican people living in Dallas Alley.—
Richard J. Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Mar. 2025
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The ethos resonates with Lugano’s down-to-earth yet powerful clientele so much so that the company persuaded eight of its VIPs to star in its latest ad campaign free of charge.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
1 Mar. 2025
Verb
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For example, the Jones trade fetched a 2026 first-round pick and a potential goalie of the future in Spencer Knight.—
Phil Thompson,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Mar. 2025
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Back then, the seven-bedroom, 12-bathroom property fetched $42 million—a smidge less than its original listing price of $49.5 million.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
7 Mar. 2025
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While the event generated significant online discussion and participation from some consumer groups, the data suggests its impact on major corporations was muted.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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Market Visibility: The forthcoming rebrand generates excitement among partners and prospective customers.—
Russell P. Reeder,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Felix said if there is insufficient money in the TIF to satisfy the $825,000 due the developers over the next 14 years, money can come from neighboring TIF districts — two exist — so there is no risk to the city.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2025
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Both countries have tried to coordinate with the administration to satisfy concerns and put new measures in place, NPR's Jackie Northam says.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Bring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bring. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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