bring in

verb

brought in; bringing in; brings in

transitive verb

1

: include, introduce

brought in outside experts

bringing in new customers

2

: to produce as profit or return

each sale brought in $5

3

: to enable (a base runner) to reach home plate by hitting the ball

4

: to report to a court

the jury brought in a verdict

5

a

: to cause (something, such as an oil well) to be productive

b

: to win tricks with the cards of (a long suit) in bridge

6

: earn

brings in a good salary

Synonyms of bring in

• win
• earn
• reap
• gain
• make
• get
• garner
• obtain
• pull down
• land

Examples of bring in in a Sentence

she's bringing in good money selling houses

Recent Examples on the Web

Reefs bring in roughly $10 million to $12 million in annual economic benefits for the county, Adams said. — Henry Larson, NPR, 12 Nov. 2026

The place brings in a mix of couples both younger and older and families with school-aged kids (especially over vacation weeks), which makes sense since the vibe can feel fun and carefree by day and more romantic in the evenings. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026

Diallo is one of six transfers brought in by Kentucky coach Mark Pope ahead of this season. — Jay Cohen, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026

The firm has also been brought in to help other North Carolina school districts facing financial trouble. — Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1