1
as in to raise
to bring to maturity through care and education
it takes an immense commitment and a lot of love to bring up a child properly
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2
as in to introduce
to present or bring forward for discussion
I hate to bring this up, but we're running short of money
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3
as in to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill
wasn't expecting the operator to bring up the carnival ride so suddenly
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Recent Examples of bring up
Prisoners also brought up concerns over access to certain religious practices, rehabilitative programming and a lack of visitation options.
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Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 19 July 2025
But the over-sexualization of the characters has brought up concerns for some.
—Bruna Horvath, NBC news, 17 July 2025
At the start of their meeting on Feb. 28, Zelensky brought up the missing children.
—Simon Shuster, Time, 17 July 2025
Carlisle said while service group wages were just brought up to the new minimum wage rate, what the hospital proposes for next year will be under the state's minimum wage.
—Christina Hall, Freep.com, 10 July 2025
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Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 19 July 2025
But the over-sexualization of the characters has brought up concerns for some.
—Bruna Horvath, NBC news, 17 July 2025
At the start of their meeting on Feb. 28, Zelensky brought up the missing children.
—Simon Shuster, Time, 17 July 2025
Carlisle said while service group wages were just brought up to the new minimum wage rate, what the hospital proposes for next year will be under the state's minimum wage.
—Christina Hall, Freep.com, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bring up
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Wells Fargo reiterates Microsoft as overweight Wells raised its price target on Microsoft to $600 per share from $585.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
15 July 2025
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Money raised will prioritize private residential nursing care, additional support services and ongoing transport and palliative care needs.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
15 July 2025
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He’s then introduced to Institute headmistress Ms. Sigsby (Mary-Louise Parker), Dr. Hendricks (Robert Joy) and Head of Security Stackhouse (Julian Richings).—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
13 July 2025
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Other elements and locations featured in the Phoenix episode include the iconic lowrider culture — an emblematic piece of Chicano identity, which will be introduced in the series through a car show at El Reposo Park showcasing the Sophisticated Few Car Club.—
Paula Soria,
AZCentral.com,
13 July 2025
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Shortly after Braun’s executive order, the Indiana Department of Health told local health departments to stop accepting requests to change genders on birth certificates.—
Marissa Meador,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
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Break it up by stopping at the St. Regis Travel Center in St. Regis, Montana, for a huckleberry milkshake.—
Sal Vaglica,
USA Today,
23 July 2025
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Travis noted that a significant number of these operations are family-run, passed down through generations, fostering a unique sense of community and heritage.—
Amelia Wu
July 19,
Sacbee.com,
19 July 2025
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If social interaction soothes you, ensure your work environment fosters conversation and connection, rather than isolation.—
William Arruda,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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Due to the storm damage, the city of Plainfield said that its city pools and parks are closed on Tuesday for inspection and safety assessment, while services at the Plainfield Senior Center are halted.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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In an unsigned order on Monday, the top court temporarily lifted a lower court ruling from May that indefinitely paused the layoffs and reinstated those who were let go, while also halting President Donald Trump’s Executive Order from March which called for the department to be closed down.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
15 July 2025
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Scannell also said that his dogs as well as one of his neighbors suffered respiratory problems after one of the project's contractors — who was later fired — was caught dumping debris out of the building's windows.—
JC Reindl,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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Here’s how, when and where to catch these two solar system objects as their paths cross each other.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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In Sutton, Texas, flooding caused cars to stall on Interstate 10 and water was approaching some homes, according to the National Weather Service.—
Chris Boyette,
CNN Money,
13 July 2025
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Quarterly business reviews elevate gaps, like where people are getting stalled in their careers.—
Damien Howard,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Ballard commiserated with Parker that night, at her home over some beers, until a couple black-and-whites pulled up, lights strobing, to arrest her for Olivas’ murder!—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
14 July 2025
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When the officer pulled up behind the suspect, the suspect ran west beneath the Interstate 70 underpass along West 32nd Avenue, Wheat Ridge Police said.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
11 July 2025
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“Bring up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bring%20up. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.
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