bring forward

phrase

1
: to produce to view : introduce
brought new evidence forward
2
: to carry (a total) forward

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In southern Algeria and Sahara Desert regions, voting was brought forward by 48 hours to allow the nomadic population to cast ballots in boxes transported in off-road vehicles belonging to the administration and escorted by police in Land Rovers. ABC News, 2 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1703, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of bring forward was in 1703

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“Bring forward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bring%20forward. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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