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
Leo Wilderman was walked intentionally to load the bases, bringing up Brown.
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John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2026
Anonymous online posters frequently bring up data suggesting that liberal women are most likely to report suffering from anxiety.
—Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 14 May 2026
But things that Luis Manuel brings up is also really interesting.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 14 May 2026
After posting 1-5-6 totals in four games down in Providence after his arrival in the organization, Reichel was brought up to Boston and initially made an impact, scoring in his first game.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 14 May 2026
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John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2026
Anonymous online posters frequently bring up data suggesting that liberal women are most likely to report suffering from anxiety.
—Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 14 May 2026
But things that Luis Manuel brings up is also really interesting.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 14 May 2026
After posting 1-5-6 totals in four games down in Providence after his arrival in the organization, Reichel was brought up to Boston and initially made an impact, scoring in his first game.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bring up
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That alone, to me, raises questions.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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The governing body said the show would support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which is raising $100 million to help children access education and soccer.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
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The legislation, one of the priority bills Democrats introduced with hopes to potentially fold into the budget, ultimately did not advance.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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The opening episode of the AMC dramedy introduces an algorithm that’s a gift to stalkers everywhere.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
17 May 2026
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The flotilla boats were stopped around 90-100 miles from the Gaza coastline, according to the flotilla's website tracker.—
May 19,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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Those unable to swim two lengths of the pool without stopping should have a parent remain close enough to reach them.—
Laura Berrios,
AJC.com,
19 May 2026
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Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) refers to a set of organizational practices aimed at building workforces that reflect a range of backgrounds, ensuring fair access to opportunity, and fostering workplace cultures where employees from different demographics can contribute fully.—
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez,
Fortune,
19 May 2026
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In 2019, the group launched La Grande Bellezza – The Dream Factory, an initiative designed to foster collaborations with leading artisans and historic ateliers, highlighting creativity, savoir-faire and cultural heritage.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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The new honey-gold edition continues to use this innovation, which allows the tourbillon to be halted at any moment by an arresting spring, regardless of the position of the balance or cage, enabling precise, one-second time setting.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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The land was dedicated as a park in 2008, but the Great Recession halted city spending on the project.—
Mark Dee
May 15,
Idaho Statesman,
15 May 2026
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Mauricio Dubón delivered the big blow on another Maton curveball that caught too much plate for a two-run homer.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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The pair reportedly were caught in the crossfire as rival groups of men opened fire on each other.—
Kerry Burke,
New York Daily News,
14 May 2026
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The lack of diesel has stalled the agricultural sector, marine vessels and trucks, Piñon said.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
16 May 2026
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In western Palm Beach County, a proposal to build a massive data center has stalled as neighbors in a suburban community called Arden have pushed back against the project, which would require rezoning to build.—
Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
16 May 2026
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The fleet was bigger Sunday – the team said more than 20 buses pulled up for the game – and they were easily heard in Little Caesars Arena throughout.—
Jason Lloyd,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Scammers know how to search your name combined with your city, your employer, your relatives' names, or specific document types, pulling up PDFs of HOA filings, church bulletins, nonprofit board minutes and medical conference attendee lists that most people have completely forgotten exist.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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