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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Hopefully, this lawsuit will give the many victims a voice to bring about real change. Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 18 Dec. 2025 Continuing to follow his passion for stories that spark meaningful impact, Kennedy is selective in choosing roles that bring about light. Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2025 Seek support for any feelings of overwhelm, anxiety or depression brought about by grief or the winter blues. Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 15 Dec. 2025 But in the long run, rising temperatures and shifting rainfall patterns could bring about more lasting damage, upending where coffee can be grown along with its taste and quality. Connor Giffin, Louisville Courier Journal, 15 Dec. 2025 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 20 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

bring about

verb
: to cause to happen : accomplish

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