bring home

phrase

: to make unmistakably clear
brought home the importance of exercise

Examples of bring home in a Sentence

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That reality was brought home when Chinese missiles landed in Japan’s exclusive economic zone as part of the intimidation campaign Beijing launched after Pelosi’s 2022 visit to Taiwan. — David Sacks, Foreign Affairs, 28 Sep. 2026 Turang’s infield hit brought home Jake Bauers for his 100th RBI of the season. — ABC News, 27 Sep. 2026 With a team that also featured super Marist setter Haven Enselman, Connolly was able to fit in with the Tigers, who brought home a pair of state titles. — Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026 The positive response reinforced WindGroove’s vision of bringing home entertainment into the ceiling. — New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bring home

Word History

First Known Use

1802, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bring home was in 1802

Cite this Entry

“Bring home.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bring%20home. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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