1
as in raising
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 introducing
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 stopping
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 bringing up
Melissa is expected to strike Cuba as a powerful Category 4 storm, making landfall early Wednesday morning and bringing up to 25 inches of rain in some spots, as well as 7 to 11 feet of storm surge.
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Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
The deck team is already on edge, not just from their usual frazzled state but from bringing up the tender with the crane while the guests had dinner.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 21 Oct. 2025
In the European weather model, the storm pulls closer to the coast and moves northward more slowly, allowing the powerful winds and rain to pummel the mid-Atlantic through at least Tuesday, bringing up to half a foot of rain and gusty winds.
—Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2025
Thank you for saving me there by bringing up other people.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025
In the meantime, Mercury in Scorpio brings intensity and passion to your stability-seeking second house of money and self-worth, bringing up similar topics of conversation as finances are top of mind.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025
Chapman then walked after falling behind 1-and-2, bringing up Bryce Eldridge, the Giants’ first-round draft pick in 2023 who was 0 for 9 in his first three major-league games.
—Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 21 Sep. 2025
But cutting rates could have the unwanted impact of further bringing up inflation.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
Public figures like Stephen King have also drawn ire for bringing up past statements of Kirk's that seem to condone politically motivated violence.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Sep. 2025
Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
The deck team is already on edge, not just from their usual frazzled state but from bringing up the tender with the crane while the guests had dinner.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 21 Oct. 2025
In the European weather model, the storm pulls closer to the coast and moves northward more slowly, allowing the powerful winds and rain to pummel the mid-Atlantic through at least Tuesday, bringing up to half a foot of rain and gusty winds.
—Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2025
Thank you for saving me there by bringing up other people.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025
In the meantime, Mercury in Scorpio brings intensity and passion to your stability-seeking second house of money and self-worth, bringing up similar topics of conversation as finances are top of mind.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025
Chapman then walked after falling behind 1-and-2, bringing up Bryce Eldridge, the Giants’ first-round draft pick in 2023 who was 0 for 9 in his first three major-league games.
—Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 21 Sep. 2025
But cutting rates could have the unwanted impact of further bringing up inflation.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
Public figures like Stephen King have also drawn ire for bringing up past statements of Kirk's that seem to condone politically motivated violence.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bringing up
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Still, the project adds another exclusive tier to a venue already marked by VIP enclaves, raising questions about how much of COTA’s most distinctive real estate will remain truly accessible — and for how long.—
Patrick Iversen,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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The key to raising emotionally resilient kids is the ability to repair.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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The channel and news brand will begin rolling out 15 second spots today featuring talent like Rachel Maddow, officially introducing the rebrand to viewers.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Oct. 2025
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Jesse Watters Primetime will be live on the Ole Miss campus for the event, with Kirk introducing Vice President JD Vance, who will debate and take student questions through the night.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
27 Oct. 2025
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Sabatini said that former President Ronald Reagan's doctrine included intervening on behalf of and supporting military governments with the intention of stopping the spread of communism.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Sabres goalie Alex Lyon had about as much chance of stopping the shot as an extra-large pepperoni and bacon stood of surviving a Friday night in the Kloke household.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Growing as a Region Dubai Design Week is also fostering a sense of camaraderie across the region as a growing class of luxury consumers drives an uptick in new design events — from Riyadh to Doha.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
30 Oct. 2025
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But fostering creativity, curiosity, and empathy are also essential for organizations to remain competitive and resilient.—
Fortune Editors,
Fortune,
29 Oct. 2025
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The Miccosukee Tribe of Indians and environmental advocacy group the Friends of the Everglades filed an early lawsuit that resulted in halting the construction of Alligator Alcatraz, arguing that the facility harms the fragile ecosystem of the Everglades.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
24 Oct. 2025
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In January, Lau entered a Rule 11 agreement with Paxton, halting her from practicing.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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Tulips are botanically perennials, but after centuries of breeding for color, shape, and size, many varieties return poorly in the following years.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Oct. 2025
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According to the Humane Society, as reported by the outlet, the elderly owners may have become overwhelmed when the cats continued breeding inside the small studio.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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Other work from Kossin, a former scientist at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration who teaches at the University of Wisconsin, stands out for showing a trend toward slower-moving or even stalling North Atlantic tropical storms and hurricanes at or near landfall.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
23 Oct. 2025
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This story is from Floodlight, a nonprofit newsroom that investigates the powers stalling climate action.—
Ames Alexander,
Miami Herald,
22 Oct. 2025
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Two of Spain’s leading film schools — Madrid’s ECAM and Catalonia’s ESCAC — receive Honorary Spikes this year for their role in nurturing new talent.—
Emiliano De Pablos,
Variety,
24 Oct. 2025
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Private equity firms are notorious for streamlining operations, maximizing margins, and reselling companies for profit, not for nurturing long-term brand legacies.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Bringing up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bringing%20up. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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