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
If things have felt emotionally heavy lately, August can bring levity and love back into your world.
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Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2025
Be patient, quick fixes won’t bring lasting results.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Aug. 2025
This is a rare moment of consensus that might bring hope to a region long plagued by despair, if the US and Israel decide to engage.
—Faisal J. Abbas, semafor.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Paddling on the waters that sustain their lands reminds them of the sacrifices their families endured to preserve their fishing and hunting rights, their ongoing struggle to restore a watershed the size of West Virginia, the fight to bring fire and salmon back to the lands and waters.
—Debra Utacia Krol, AZCentral.com, 21 July 2025
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Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2025
Be patient, quick fixes won’t bring lasting results.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Aug. 2025
This is a rare moment of consensus that might bring hope to a region long plagued by despair, if the US and Israel decide to engage.
—Faisal J. Abbas, semafor.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Paddling on the waters that sustain their lands reminds them of the sacrifices their families endured to preserve their fishing and hunting rights, their ongoing struggle to restore a watershed the size of West Virginia, the fight to bring fire and salmon back to the lands and waters.
—Debra Utacia Krol, AZCentral.com, 21 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bring
Verb
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Complete the Look Banana Republic Factory Linen-Blend Quilted Jumpsuit A set of coveralls like this linen-blend style can create a stylish no-fuss outfit.—
Rylee Johnston,
People.com,
27 July 2025
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Do not follow large vehicles closely - Large vehicles like trucks or buses can create a spray of water that can reduce your visibility.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
26 July 2025
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The sustained interest has Crawford convinced that demand for cottage cheese isn’t just a passing craze.—
Danielle Wiener-Bronner,
CNN Money,
26 July 2025
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My 16-year-old daughter finally convinced me to try a heatless curling set, and honestly, it’s saved my hair.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
26 July 2025
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If you’re just getting started with rebounding and want something compact and easy to use (that doesn’t cost a small fortune), here’s a smart entry point.—
Jordan Galloway,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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And in 2025, that mindset is costing businesses real opportunities.—
Douglas Gregory,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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When things aren’t quite right Sometimes weather conditions cause botrytis, powdery mildew, rust or blackspot on susceptible roses.—
Rita Perwich,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Aug. 2025
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Particles from the Canadian wildfire smoke can cause minor symptoms, such as mild eye or throat irritation, or more serious heart and lung issues in some cases, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.—
Jack Albright,
jsonline.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Eventually, the victim is persuaded to contact an IT security representative, who, in fact, is part of the ransomware operation.—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
26 July 2025
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During an interview with The Standard, Ozzy admitted that even though he was intoxicated during the violent incident, that didn't persuade him to stop drinking.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
24 July 2025
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Prices too, continue to climb and sellers are still fetching nearly all of their asking price.—
Matthew Glowicki,
The Courier-Journal,
29 July 2025
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Instead, these agents promise to fetch answers, shop for deals and even draft research papers.—
Perry Carpenter,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
Verb
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Control rods are used to control the speed of the reactions that generate nuclear fission, and in turn nuclear energy.—
Arpan Lobo,
Freep.com,
26 July 2025
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The German champions are the fifth-highest-earning club in world football, according to Deloitte, and consistently profitable, generating a £135m pre-tax surplus in the past five seasons.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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Nuts are a crunchy, satisfying snack packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
28 July 2025
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What was [satisfying] about that was a lot of those students ended up living very fulfilling lives.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
28 July 2025
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“Bring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bring. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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