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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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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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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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Spices bring up feelings of comfort, cultural belonging, and holidays.
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Katarzyna Kordas, Discover Magazine, 7 Dec. 2024
During a launch at 10 Corso Como in 2018, Baring eventually brought up the idea of writing a book about her, but Sozzani stalled for some time.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 6 Dec. 2024
During a June 2024 appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, host Jimmy Kimmel brought up the fan theory that many people think Glover and Erskine's characters might have been killed in the season 1 finale.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
After being raised around horse riders, Walker brought up his own children in the same environment.
—Tiffani Arnold, Chicago Tribune, 30 Nov. 2024
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Katarzyna Kordas, Discover Magazine, 7 Dec. 2024
During a launch at 10 Corso Como in 2018, Baring eventually brought up the idea of writing a book about her, but Sozzani stalled for some time.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 6 Dec. 2024
During a June 2024 appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, host Jimmy Kimmel brought up the fan theory that many people think Glover and Erskine's characters might have been killed in the season 1 finale.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
After being raised around horse riders, Walker brought up his own children in the same environment.
—Tiffani Arnold, Chicago Tribune, 30 Nov. 2024
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Ami Vitale Created to raise awareness and support projects dedicated to biodiversity conservation, the 2024 Annual Print Initiative gathers 100 fine-art prints from photographers such as Nick Brandt, Jim Naughten, Brian Skerry, Cristina Mittermeier, and Ami Vitale.Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
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There have been countless investigations, books, movies and documentaries that raise legitimate questions about whether Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone.Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 18 Dec. 2024
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Like the greeter introducing two mall Santas, Rock had no trouble trolling the audience with unpredictable turns.Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 15 Dec. 2024
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After years of fan pleading, WWE has finally introduced mid-card titles for the women's division.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
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Some Broad Ripple Starbucks lovers woke up to a surprise Thursday morning while stopping to grab a cup of Joe.Alysa Guffey, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Dec. 2024
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The threat of a new trade war with the U.S. after the reelection of Donald Trump means exports will probably stop being a major growth driver after contributing to nearly a quarter of economic expansion this year.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 13 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, Tusk has continued to emphasize his dedication to fostering dialogue, including meetings with key leaders such as Friedrich Merz, head of Germany's CDU party, who recently visited Kyiv.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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These efforts foster trust and engagement by demonstrating the company’s commitment to equity.Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
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Mitsubishi Mirage Mitsubishi previously announced plans to halt production for the Mirage, a compact hatchback, for the U.S. market late this year.Bailey Schulz, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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The decision to halt the legislation — at least temporarily — was reached by top executive, legislative and judiciary bodies, Dabiri also said.Amir Vahdat and Nasser Karimi, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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Over half of Purdy’s targets against Chicago went to Kittle, who continued a great stretch of play by catching six passes for 151 yards.Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 12 Dec. 2024
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Read more:Chiefs' Hollywood Brown Posts New Workout Video Indicating His Return Following that post, Brown posted another video, this time training and catching balls at the Chiefs' training facility.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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The first drive of the third quarter stalled because of a sack given up by rookie guard Sataoa Laumea and a penalty for an ineligible player downfield.Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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As Google and other sites dominate digital advertising, a recent effort in the California Legislature to force the tech companies to compensate news organizations stalled.James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
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Flowers allegedly pulled up next to the marshal’s vehicle in a silver Toyota Sienna minivan, got out and pointed .40-caliber Smith & Wesson pistol through the driver’s side window, according to a statement by Deputy Marshal Tyler Wells.Michael Collins, USA TODAY, 3 Dec. 2024
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The chase came to an end when deputies performed a PIT maneuver, which is when a law enforcement vehicle pulls up alongside another car and forces it to turn abruptly and come to a stop.Kerry Breen, CBS News, 30 Nov. 2024
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“Bring up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bring%20up. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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