brings up

verb

Definition of brings upnext
present tense third-person singular of bring up
1
as in raises
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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Relevance

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2
as in introduces
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 stops
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 Synonyms for brings up
  1. raises
  2. introduces
  3. stops
  4. fosters
  5. halts
Verb
  • And this skinny guy raises his hand with a wry smile.
    Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Every extra mile a truck goes increases fuel costs, raises emissions and reduces the scrap’s value.
    Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of raises
Verb
  • Each handoff introduces potential friction when a health plan relies on multiple partners—from dental providers to transportation services.
    Rajeev Ronanki, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • However, critics argue crypto doesn’t solve these problems and introduces others, including high environmental costs and challenges in regulation, which attract money launderers, criminals, and scammers.
    Bernard Marr, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of introduces
Verb
  • About three minutes into the video, Neely stops moving.
    Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 9 Dec. 2024
  • The delicate, detailed little top that stops at the ribcage gives enough grace and space for the billowing bottom half, with sheer panels and dramatic, diaphanous cuffs.
    Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of stops
Verb
  • This hybrid approach allows TSH to serve a diverse array of guests—students, travelers, professionals, and local residents—while creating an environment that fosters collaboration and social impact.
    Christopher Marquis, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The answer is simple but profound—a ripple effect that enhances customer interactions and fosters lasting loyalty.
    Anna Convery-Pelletier, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of fosters
Verb
  • Orange County halts funding its election supervisor Improper spending?
    Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 4 Dec. 2024
  • Orange County halts funding its election supervisor Improper spending?
    Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of halts
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brings to light

brings up

bring to account

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