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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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
The conversations have brought up topics that are often considered sensitive online in China, including whether people can be open about their sexuality and the long hours that many work.
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Meaghan Tobin, New York Times, 20 Jan. 2025
At halftime, Rams coach Sean McVay brought up those two blocking breakdowns in a quick chat with an NBC reporter.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Jan. 2025
This comprehensive approach ensures that all discrepancies are addressed, and your financial records are brought up to date.
—Jessica Ledingham, J.d., Ll.m., Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
New York Republicans plan to bring up changes to the cap on state and local tax deductions, a limit imposed in the 2017 Republican rewrite of the tax code set to expire at the end of 2025 and affects taxpayers in high-tax states such as New York, California and New Jersey.
—Benjamin Siegel, ABC News, 11 Jan. 2025
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Meaghan Tobin, New York Times, 20 Jan. 2025
At halftime, Rams coach Sean McVay brought up those two blocking breakdowns in a quick chat with an NBC reporter.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Jan. 2025
This comprehensive approach ensures that all discrepancies are addressed, and your financial records are brought up to date.
—Jessica Ledingham, J.d., Ll.m., Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
New York Republicans plan to bring up changes to the cap on state and local tax deductions, a limit imposed in the 2017 Republican rewrite of the tax code set to expire at the end of 2025 and affects taxpayers in high-tax states such as New York, California and New Jersey.
—Benjamin Siegel, ABC News, 11 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bring up
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Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis Music Maker Grant recipients as well as raise funds to benefit the BMAC L.A. Fire Relief Fund, an urgent and immediate relief fund with a focus on Black residents and small businesses of the L.A. area affected by the ongoing and devastating fires.—
Gail Mitchell,
Billboard,
17 Jan. 2025
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Gwendoline’s questions about the outside raise a few important reminders about the Innies.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
17 Jan. 2025
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After introducing their characters and learning about their mission from the Gramercy Occult Society, the D20 heroes turned the reins to the audience: Using their phones, fans rolled a virtual, 20-sided die to bring an ally or enemy into the show.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
26 Jan. 2025
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In the year 2000, iPods, hybrid cars, camera phones, and GPS were introduced; iTunes, Wikipedia, and Xbox came in 2001.—
Boutayna Chokrane,
Vogue,
26 Jan. 2025
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Identity fraud attacks rose by 73% between 2021 and 2023, and nothing seems to stop them.—
Rob Heidenreich,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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Union sources said the international had been planning a disciplinary hearing for Davis which could have removed him from office, but his resignation has stopped those proceedings.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
24 Jan. 2025
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This trend fosters a sense of individuality and cultural depth, making every space feel distinctive and meaningful.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Image Cafes have long fostered a sense of community in France.—
Vivian Song,
New York Times,
21 Jan. 2025
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Under the deal to halt the fighting, some hostages held by Hamas in Gaza would be released.—
John Yoon,
New York Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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On Wednesday, President Biden, President-elect Donald Trump and key mediators Qatar and Egypt announced an agreement had been reached to halt the fighting after 15 months of war.—
Jerome Socolovsky,
NPR,
17 Jan. 2025
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But this week in Sydney, a city known for its beaches and vibrant food scene, crowds flocked to catch a glimpse — and a whiff — of a rare flower whose scent has been lovingly compared to that of rotting flesh.—
Max Butterworth,
NBC News,
23 Jan. 2025
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There’s still a chance to catch this a poignant dramedy based on true events.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
23 Jan. 2025
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But despite her plea for funding, the City Council authorized only a fraction of it and hiring stalled, caught up in the red tape of L.A. bureaucracy, according to a new report.—
Michael Ruiz,
Fox News,
27 Jan. 2025
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In a shocking turn of events, the Astros could look to land Bregman after his negotiations with other teams stalled.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
25 Jan. 2025
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Police body camera footage, shared with The Star by the National Police Accountability Project, shows a lone officer pull up to the 5400 block of Haskell shortly before 6 p.m. Anderton is standing near the street curb holding his bicycle.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
15 Jan. 2025
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At one point, Min pulled up screenshots of texts allegedly showing Bang Si-hyuk responding sarcastically to NewJeans’s global success.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
15 Jan. 2025
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