1
as in caused
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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as in persuaded
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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as in cost
to have a price of
the antique will probably bring at least $1000 at auction
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Recent Examples of brought
He was brought here to be a difference maker, brought here with the same kind of Hail Mary the Jets once threw at another aging Green Bay quarterback named Favre.
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Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
Following these revelations, last week brought the news that Abdullah Ezzeldin Taha Mohamed Hassan, a George Mason University freshman, was charged by federal prosecutors for plotting an attack on the Israeli consulate in New York.
—The Editors, National Review, 24 Dec. 2024
The king of kvetch and a droll master of everyday existential lament, the comedian and actor brought an actor’s intensity to his comedy, and a comic’s timing and pacing to every acting gig.
—Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
In western Washington, tens of thousands of people lost electricity Saturday, local news outlets reported, amid a system that brought rain and gusty winds.
—CBS News, 15 Dec. 2024
Not a single report on misconduct by a lawmaker or staff member has been made public in nearly five years, even as federal prosecutors have brought Madigan to trial and won guilty pleas or convictions in cases against a half-dozen other former lawmakers.
—Gregory Royal Pratt, Chicago Tribune, 15 Dec. 2024
Porterhouse Party brought the meat to the meet up.
—Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 15 Dec. 2024
In February 2021, an ice storm with accompanying snow brought seriously cold weather to all 254 counties in the state.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 15 Dec. 2024
Some protesters outside Tbilisi’s Parliament building on Saturday morning brought their university diplomas, and others kicked soccer balls.
—Sophiko Megrelidze, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
Following these revelations, last week brought the news that Abdullah Ezzeldin Taha Mohamed Hassan, a George Mason University freshman, was charged by federal prosecutors for plotting an attack on the Israeli consulate in New York.
—The Editors, National Review, 24 Dec. 2024
The king of kvetch and a droll master of everyday existential lament, the comedian and actor brought an actor’s intensity to his comedy, and a comic’s timing and pacing to every acting gig.
—Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
In western Washington, tens of thousands of people lost electricity Saturday, local news outlets reported, amid a system that brought rain and gusty winds.
—CBS News, 15 Dec. 2024
Not a single report on misconduct by a lawmaker or staff member has been made public in nearly five years, even as federal prosecutors have brought Madigan to trial and won guilty pleas or convictions in cases against a half-dozen other former lawmakers.
—Gregory Royal Pratt, Chicago Tribune, 15 Dec. 2024
Porterhouse Party brought the meat to the meet up.
—Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 15 Dec. 2024
In February 2021, an ice storm with accompanying snow brought seriously cold weather to all 254 counties in the state.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 15 Dec. 2024
Some protesters outside Tbilisi’s Parliament building on Saturday morning brought their university diplomas, and others kicked soccer balls.
—Sophiko Megrelidze, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brought
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Our publicist persuaded the New York Times to do an article on the hundredth anniversary of La Bohème and its staying power as reflected by Rent.—
Jeffrey Seller,
Vulture,
11 Apr. 2025
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Convinced that sunken treasures were hidden beneath what was about to become three high-rise buildings, the amateur river detectives donned hard hats and persuaded a backhoe operator to let them onto the site.—
Kinsey Gidick,
Smithsonian Magazine,
10 Apr. 2025
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Henry's decision to seek safety, while understandable, ultimately cost him the opportunity to retire earlier.—
David Thomas,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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These Tariffs are nearly 10x the size of those imposed during the Trump-Pence Administration and will cost American families over $3,500 per year.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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The social equity impact brand 40 Tons created a large activation and live podcast in collaboration with Core Cannabis Museum and many sponsor organizations.—
Andrew DeAngelo,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Emerging markets have created regional powerhouses.—
Alex Lazarow,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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But now Miami would have to be convinced of bringing in the 31-year-old Beal, who, by picking up his $57 million player option for 2026-27, is still owed $110 million for two seasons after this one.—
Zach Harper,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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Once and for all, you will be convinced that ranch and pickles are the perfect pairing.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
5 Jan. 2025
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This article was generated by the Kansas City Star Bot, artificial intelligence software that analyzes structured information from TomTom and applies it to templates created by journalists in the newsroom.—
Kansas City Star Bot,
Kansas City Star,
16 Mar. 2025
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Read the full Aquarius Daily Horoscope This horoscope was generated automatically using information from Sanctuary.—
USA TODAY,
USA TODAY,
16 Mar. 2025
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The Indian Lake region was the hardest hit by storms that spawned nine tornadoes across the state that day.—
Chad Murphy,
The Enquirer,
23 Dec. 2024
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The film, which centers on a group of teen girls who share a pair of mysterious jeans, grossed $42 million worldwide and spawned a 2008 sequel.—
Edward Segarra,
USA TODAY,
23 Dec. 2024
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Additionally, the relaxation induced by cannabis can help partners feel more at ease, promoting deeper emotional and physical connections.—
Tribune Content Agency,
The Mercury News,
19 Mar. 2025
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Immunity without the risk Some of Kennedy’s statements promoted natural immunity, acquired when someone gets measles, over vaccine induced immunity.—
Neha Mukherjee,
CNN,
12 Mar. 2025
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Continuing the course for Orlando (21-15) includes the type of showing da Silva produced against the Raptors.—
Jason Beede,
Orlando Sentinel,
5 Jan. 2025
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The record is produced by Bad Bunny’s frequent collaborators, La Paciencia, MAG and Tainy, along with Big Jay and Saox.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
5 Jan. 2025
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“Brought.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brought. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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