bring out

verb

brought out; bringing out; brings out
Synonyms of bring outnext

transitive verb

1
a
: to make apparent
b
: to effectively develop (something, such as a quality)
2
a
: to present to the public
b
: to introduce formally to society
3
: utter

Examples of bring out in a Sentence

he ever so casually brings out the names of celebrities with whom he's supposedly buddy-buddy a blue scarf would bring out the color of your eyes
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Employees and customers exchange many words, but none of them bring out emotions – these are inorganic exchanges. Blake Simons, Variety, 20 Feb. 2026 Gambling can bring out the highest of highs and lowest of lows, but Baby Keem is back to roll the dice. Michael Saponara, Billboard, 20 Feb. 2026 Chick-fil-A is bringing out its final collector cup design – a retro cup featuring its iconic cows – as its Gold Fan Cup contest continues. Mike Snider, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026 Once the weather gets warmer, the plan is to open up the doors, bring out the patio tables and really let the summertime in, according to Monique Brown. R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bring out

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 3

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

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“Bring out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bring%20out. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

bring out

verb
1
: to develop fully
a difficult task seems to bring out your best
2
: to produce and offer for sale
bring out a new book

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