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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The latest round of protests commenced on Sunday, started by shopkeepers angry over economic turmoil brought about by the collapse of the Iranian rial. Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 2 Jan. 2026 They were brought about by Rec League Dysmorphia. Grace Perry, Outside, 1 Jan. 2026 Only one more week of the 2025 NFL regular season remains, as Week 17 brought about some more playoff implications and even 2026 NFL Draft key positions. Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 29 Dec. 2025 Having a combination of unused items and new items coming in can bring about even more holiday stress, the organizing pro points out. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bring about

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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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 4 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

bring about

verb
: to cause to happen : accomplish

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