bring about

verb

brought about; bringing about; brings about
Synonyms of bring aboutnext

transitive verb

: to cause to take place : effect

Examples of bring about in a Sentence

I promise: making one mistake will not bring about the apocalypse.
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But then suddenly after a winter of heavy rain followed by hot weather, long-dormant pathogenic fungi suddenly come to life due to excess water in the root zone and bring about the tree’s demise. Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026 Even the mere discussion of a United-American deal is likely to bring about negotiations on other deals involving the remaining airlines, said McGee. Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026 However, for some, the arrival of spring can bring about a heightened sense of anxiety. Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 14 Apr. 2026 Lyme disease can bring about flu-like symptoms, headaches, fever and chills. Mary Eber, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bring about

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bring about was in the 14th century

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“Bring about.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bring%20about. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

bring about

verb
: to cause to happen : accomplish

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