1
as in to raise
to bring to maturity through care and education
it takes an immense commitment and a lot of love to bring up a child properly
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2
as in to introduce
to present or bring forward for discussion
I hate to bring this up, but we're running short of money
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3
as in to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill
wasn't expecting the operator to bring up the carnival ride so suddenly
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Recent Examples of bring up
Haber said that consolidating units chips away at the city’s housing stock and brought up an example of a wealthy New Yorker who combined nine apartments to form a single huge luxury home.
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Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 1 June 2025
Daniel Robert, brought up for the doubleheader against St. Louis on May 14, struck out one in that day’s second game before giving up three walks and a run against Pittsburgh on May 16.
—Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 30 May 2025
One of Combs’ former personal assistants, Capricorn Clark, said Combs once brought her to Central Park at night and brought up her former employment with Death Row Records.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 30 May 2025
However, Usher's name was brought up during Dawn Richard's cross-examination on May 19.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 23 May 2025
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Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 1 June 2025
Daniel Robert, brought up for the doubleheader against St. Louis on May 14, struck out one in that day’s second game before giving up three walks and a run against Pittsburgh on May 16.
—Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 30 May 2025
One of Combs’ former personal assistants, Capricorn Clark, said Combs once brought her to Central Park at night and brought up her former employment with Death Row Records.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 30 May 2025
However, Usher's name was brought up during Dawn Richard's cross-examination on May 19.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bring up
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The property is complete with a seating area, plunge pool, raised beds, and a greenhouse workout facility.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
29 May 2025
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At Davis’ arraignment Wednesday, prosecutors demanded bail raised to $300,000, but Yolo Superior Court Judge Clara Levers reluctantly let Davis’ bail stand ahead of his next appearance June 23 in Yolo Superior Court.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2025
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These regulations introduced the filing of a new Form 708 to report these transfers-noncompliance subjects the recipients to significant penalties.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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Though Starlink may be off the table for many domestic fliers, at least in the short term, United has introduced new ways for travelers to distract themselves in recent weeks.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
7 June 2025
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On September 2, Border Force officers had stopped two women at London Stansted Airport.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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This move did not stop at regulation but was backed by public education campaigns and investment in local businesses producing biodegradable alternatives.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Use mindful mantras and relaxation practices to foster your spiritual growth.—
Essence,
Essence,
2 June 2025
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Instead, it should be embedded into the entire organization with security-minded professionals integrated into multiple teams to foster a more resilient and proactive security stance.—
Travis Runty,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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The ruling halted a 30% tariff on China, a 25% tariff on certain goods from Mexico and Canada, and 10% baseline tariffs on most of the rest of the world, but did not affect import taxes on steel, aluminum, or automakers, which Trump levied under a different law.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
29 May 2025
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The Kyiv Independent reported that Russia’s foreign minister reiterated that no deal would be considered without committing to NATO halting eastward expansion, which would prevent Ukraine, Georgia, and Moldova from ever entering the alliance.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
29 May 2025
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Owners caught in a downward spiral don’t have an incentive to pay bills and operate the building.—
Shimon Shkury,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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On his Instagram Stories, Brady gave fans a glimpse into the father-son duo's time on the water, alongside a selfie of them catching some rays.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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Around the time of On’s 2021 initial public offering, Nike saw declining sales during a pullback from wholesale retailers and stalling innovation.—
Merritt Enright,
CNBC,
24 May 2025
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Unfortunately a bill requiring them to do so stalled in the California Senate last session, exacerbating concerns over whether Californians will be able to access the insurance market after January’s devastating wildfires.—
Jordan Haedtler,
Mercury News,
24 May 2025
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Waddle burned cornerback Cam Smith for a deep touchdown from Tagovailoa, and Smith pulled up grabbing a leg muscle.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
28 May 2025
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Police say multiple people pulled up in a vehicle and opened fire on the man, and investigators don’t know why he was targeted.—
Mitchell Willetts,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 May 2025
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“Bring up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bring%20up. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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