bring out

verb

brought out; bringing out; brings out

transitive verb

1
a
: to make apparent
b
: to effectively develop (something, such as a quality)
2
a
: to present to the public
b
: to introduce formally to society
3
: utter

Examples of bring out in a Sentence

he ever so casually brings out the names of celebrities with whom he's supposedly buddy-buddy a blue scarf would bring out the color of your eyes
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Gaga’s brassy belt brings out one of the album’s most passionate vocals from Bennett, who even lets out a spontaneous laugh toward the end of the song. Kristen S. Hé, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2025 To demonstrate, Kim brings out a tray of different kinds of trail mix. Geoff Brumfiel, NPR, 17 Mar. 2025 Working in a wide range of styles, from Art Deco–inspired to contemporary, the firm brings out the homeowner’s personality with statement lighting, metallic accents, and comfortable yet elegant furnishings. Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2025 James’ presence helped bring out one of the largest crowds (8,396) for a Friday night state final in years, and Sierra Canyon rallied in the fourth quarter behind Maximo Adams to pull out a 58-53 victory. Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bring out

Word History

First Known Use

1579, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of bring out was in 1579

Cite this Entry

“Bring out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bring%20out. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

bring out

verb
1
: to develop fully
a difficult task seems to bring out your best
2
: to produce and offer for sale
bring out a new book

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