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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill
wasn't expecting the operator to bring up the carnival ride so suddenly
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of bring up
After Malone brought up before the game that physical and mental fatigue are starting to set in ahead of the All-Star break, Denver’s dribble containment continued to be an issue.
—
Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 31 Jan. 2025
The legislation was not brought up for a vote in the Illinois House.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2025
That brings up the question of how exactly the average is being calculated.
—G. Elliott Morris, ABC News, 28 Jan. 2025
Schwartz also brought up a tape on which Madigan discussed with McClain how state Rep. Jaime Andrade, a Chicago Democrat, had come to him and asked for money, possibly through a job for his wife.
—Ray Long, Chicago Tribune, 22 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for bring up 
Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 31 Jan. 2025
The legislation was not brought up for a vote in the Illinois House.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2025
That brings up the question of how exactly the average is being calculated.
—G. Elliott Morris, ABC News, 28 Jan. 2025
Schwartz also brought up a tape on which Madigan discussed with McClain how state Rep. Jaime Andrade, a Chicago Democrat, had come to him and asked for money, possibly through a job for his wife.
—Ray Long, Chicago Tribune, 22 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for bring up
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bring up
Verb
-
Applied had previously raised $42 million in 2022 from G42 and Dubai’s ruling Al Maktoum family, Bloomberg reported.—
Iain Martin,
Forbes,
10 Feb. 2025
-
In 2024, when the Super Bowl was held in Las Vegas, for example, $40 million was raised by the Convention and Visitor’s Authority and the other $20 million by the Super Bowl Host Committee.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
10 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
Deep Space Nine introduced a darkened, complex morality to Star Trek, including through the introduction of Section 31.—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
-
Now, a Democratic lawmaker in Congress has introduced a bill that would end federal contracts for special government employees (like Musk), citing conflict-of-interest concerns.—
Stephen Clark,
Ars Technica,
7 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
Andre then tried to stop the bleeding with a pair of used socks and another man's shirt.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
5 Feb. 2025
-
Back in Europe, small to medium sized sales companies, who have long since stopped attending the AFM due to the cost, are increasingly discussing the lack of a fully-fledged fall market in the region to mop up sales on films launched at the late summer to early fall festivals.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
5 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
Good veterinary practice involves not just medical treatment, but also clear communication with pet owners to foster trust and ensure an animal's well-being.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
2 Feb. 2025
-
As Mayor, my focus will always remain on achieving results for the people of Boynton Beach, ensuring accountability, and fostering a government that works for everyone.—
Courtlandt McQuire,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
The judge’s order, issued early Saturday, temporarily halts access to a sensitive payment system that distributes Americans’ tax returns, Social Security benefits, disability payments and federal employees’ salaries.—
Andrew Torgan,
CNN,
9 Feb. 2025
-
But there is now growing pushback in the courts to Musk's moves with judges taking actions to delay and halt many of DOGE's efforts, including their access to key Treasury Department payment systems.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
Local water managers say they were caught off-guard by the decision when they were informed just a day before the water started flowing.—
Ryan Fonseca,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Feb. 2025
-
But Wall Street and Sand Hill Road were recently caught off guard by the sudden rise of DeepSeek, a lean, open-source AI competitor based in China.—
Edwin Olson,
Fortune,
4 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
But that is a fiction, an excuse to stall, as settlements continue to expand.—
Kenneth Roth,
TIME,
8 Feb. 2025
-
Democrats have, in fairness, shown a few glimmers of willpower of late: Fifteen attorneys general promised to oppose Trump’s plans to ban gender-affirming care this week, and members of Congress attempted more fervently to stall Trump’s nominations, or at least vote as an opposition bloc.—
Samantha Riedel,
Them,
7 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
Leah pulls up to bring her as close to the spot as possible.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
31 Jan. 2025
-
It wasn’t only Snoop representing hip-hop at the inauguration, as Rick Ross and Soulja Boy also pulled up to the Crypto Ball in Washington, D.C., while Nelly performed at the Liberty Ball on Jan. 20.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
30 Jan. 2025
Thesaurus Entries Near bring up
Cite this Entry
“Bring up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bring%20up. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share