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
Sutfin-Glowski said the company cut off communication systems that allowed employees to bring up their concerns about the Israeli military’s use of Microsoft products.
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Jordan Novet, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2025
In other words, this explanation is plausible, but limited in its explanatory power, while simultaneously possessing the drawback of bringing up new puzzles.
—Big Think, 9 Oct. 2025
The legislation can be brought up for a vote using a Senate process called unanimous consent.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2025
Meyers brought up wedding invitations.
—Bryan West, USA Today, 9 Oct. 2025
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Jordan Novet, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2025
In other words, this explanation is plausible, but limited in its explanatory power, while simultaneously possessing the drawback of bringing up new puzzles.
—Big Think, 9 Oct. 2025
The legislation can be brought up for a vote using a Senate process called unanimous consent.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2025
Meyers brought up wedding invitations.
—Bryan West, USA Today, 9 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bring up
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In November, Jackson terminated Gatlin for swindling millions of dollars from the Foundation as executives privately reeled over her betrayal of the hospital system’s fundraising arm, which raises tens of millions to benefit Jackson’s patients.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
12 Oct. 2025
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Experts at Sweetbriar said the effort was not just about saving one insect but also about raising awareness.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Oct. 2025
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The training introduces the concepts used in stream team monitoring such as hydrology, natural and human impact on streams and monitoring methods.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Oct. 2025
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There are several robots and robotic systems being introduced for construction today, from 3D-printing to making a home in a day the machines are aiming to build homes, offices faster and better.—
Abhishek Bhardwaj,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Oct. 2025
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But her six-figure salary didn’t stop her from using the Foundation as her personal piggy bank, records show.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
12 Oct. 2025
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Witkoff, Rubio, and Kushner then streamlined the proposal to a two-phase structure—first, a ceasefire and exchange of hostages and prisoners to stop the fighting; second, a framework for Gaza's future, including disarmament and a technocratic transitional government.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
11 Oct. 2025
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Growing up, and well into my early adulthood, my grandma was my best friend—a person who fostered a sense of confidence in me, loved me unconditionally, and gave me the best taste in everything nostalgic from her younger years.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
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This isolated upbringing, Lieberman explained, fostered a strong emotional dependence in Ed.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Oct. 2025
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The closure has halted routine government operations, shuttered Smithsonian museums and other landmark cultural institutions and left airports scrambling with flight disruptions, all injecting more uncertainty into an already precarious economy.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
13 Oct. 2025
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This condition is primarily caused by genetic defects that severely disrupt or halt the complex process of sperm production, known as spermatogenesis.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Oct. 2025
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On Monday, of course, the problem wasn’t Durbin getting caught stealing.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
14 Oct. 2025
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One that frequently catches my attention is meaning, or purpose.—
Amy Lindgren,
Twin Cities,
13 Oct. 2025
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But once again, the Bills’ offense stalled as the Falcons continued to come up with stops.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Oct. 2025
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About 47% are setting back their dream vacations and travel, 31% are stalling on home renovations, 26% are delaying buying or leasing a new car, and 17% are pushing back buying a new house.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
14 Oct. 2025
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The actress’ hair was pulled up into a ballet bun with a few wisps to frame her face by hairstylist Jenda Alcorn.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
13 Oct. 2025
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Everyone pulled up to the party in cowboy attire, with Drake rocking denim jeans and a top covered by a black puffer vest.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
13 Oct. 2025
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