as in to convince
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest request
an airtight argument is the only thing that will ever bring him around
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Recent Examples of bring around
During sightings, staff bring around trays of hot beverages, like cocoa and toddies, to help guests stay warm on deck.
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Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 15 Apr. 2025
Greer said that the levies, which have sent global markets into a tailspin, have brought around 50 countries to the negotiating table to discuss changing their barriers to trade.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
Greer said that the levies, which have sent global markets into a tailspin, have brought around 50 countries to the negotiating table to discuss changing their barriers to trade.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
One was Tropical Storm Allison in 2001, which brought around 40 inches of rain to the Houston area.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
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Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 15 Apr. 2025
Greer said that the levies, which have sent global markets into a tailspin, have brought around 50 countries to the negotiating table to discuss changing their barriers to trade.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
Greer said that the levies, which have sent global markets into a tailspin, have brought around 50 countries to the negotiating table to discuss changing their barriers to trade.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
One was Tropical Storm Allison in 2001, which brought around 40 inches of rain to the Houston area.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bring around
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The Miami Herald reported in January that FAU in Palm Beach County was considered the Trump favorite, with FIU hoping to convince the president’s camp that Miami-Dade County’s global appeal, proximity to the Trump Doral resort and newly red politics made FIU the better pick.—
Douglas Hanks,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 June 2025
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The teenager scored two goals in the match and produced another memorable performance which has perhaps convinced even more people of his Ballon d’Or credentials.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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Jonathan Ernst | Reuters European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen managed to persuade the president to give talks more time but, as things stand, the EU has until July 9 to reach a deal with Washington.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
6 June 2025
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Be on alert for phishing scams – Fraudsters regularly send emails that appear to be from a reputable source in order to persuade individuals to provide valuable personal information, such as access codes, credit card numbers, Social Security numbers, account numbers, etc.—
Rick Unser,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Focusing on a few key essentials is enough to satisfy Google and get most websites some quick SEO wins.—
Nick Zviadadze,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Our report also indicates Leeds are not expecting to need to sell before July 1 in order to satisfy their PSR obligations.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
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While guests enjoy the festivities, hundreds of volunteers — many from the parish and surrounding community — work quietly behind the scenes to bring it all together.—
Susan Soldavin,
Baltimore Sun,
14 June 2025
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Guests are encouraged to bring their finest flags, their loudest slogans, and their deepest devotion — because nothing says freedom like a pageant of patriots posing beside an Abrams tank.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 June 2025
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Christina Aguilera didn't let the haters get her down early in her career.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
EW.com,
14 June 2025
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His parents weren't totally aware of his unusual spot to get a few hours of rest.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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“Bring around.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bring%20around. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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