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as in to introduce
to present or bring forward for discussion
broached the topic of plans for next year's parade
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Recent Examples of broach
The Vikings and O’Neill’s representatives broached the subject of an extension at the NFL Scouting Combine in February.
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Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
9 June 2026
Alejo has no interest in broaching the subject of lifestyle changes at this meeting.
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Megan Greenwell,
Bloomberg,
9 June 2026
Traffic concerns, once the 328-home subdivision is built, were broached at Plan Commission meetings held last year, including from member Mark Nelson.
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Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2026
Melvin had used the song title as a way of broaching the subject of weddings.
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Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for broach
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
9 June 2026
Alejo has no interest in broaching the subject of lifestyle changes at this meeting.
—
Megan Greenwell,
Bloomberg,
9 June 2026
Traffic concerns, once the 328-home subdivision is built, were broached at Plan Commission meetings held last year, including from member Mark Nelson.
—
Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2026
Melvin had used the song title as a way of broaching the subject of weddings.
—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for broach
Recent Examples of Synonyms for broach
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Therefore, building mental endurance is essential to staving off decision fatigue and reducing the judgment errors that tend to surface when a leader's cognitive reserves run low.
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Rumors of such a move surfaced a while back … but still a bummer.
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Instead of doubling down on a flawed system, policymakers can make gradual changes by introducing new tax categories in the existing framework and imposing taxes that correspond to the alcoholic content of that category.
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In its opening match, Cape Verde introduced itself with a draw against mighty Spain.
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But the data center boom has raised many questions about land use, the resources the complexes consume and the risk of costs being spread to other Georgia residents and businesses.
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Gonzales ran with a platform decisively to the left, supporting Medicare-for-all, raising the minimum wage and cracking down on junk fees.
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After discussing the situation with his partner, Cody has decided to remain with the team.
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Teng found a menopause specialist from Midi who discussed the risks and benefits of HRT, and recommended vitamins, supplements, diet and lifestyle changes.
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By then Tanacharison is telling Washington that he is mystically protected, in the mode of certain Indigenous warriors who were placed on earth to be leaders.
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The Supreme Court lifted a block that a lower court placed on the stops.
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“Broach.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/broach. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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