1
as in creates
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
in the end, the lawsuit brought distress to everyone, including the plaintiff
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as in convinces
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest request
nothing will ever bring her to admit she's wrong
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3
as in costs
to have a price of
the antique will probably bring at least $1000 at auction
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Recent Examples of brings
Church attack brings for army of helpers A Grand Blanc Township resident opened his home to people fleeing the church attack.
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John Wisely, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
While manufacturing provides more than 470,000 jobs and brings more than $66 billion into Wisconsin's economy, the sector continues to decline in the state despite growth nationally.
—Anna Kleiber, jsonline.com, 2 Oct. 2025
This innovation brings lithium–sulfur batteries closer to practical use, opening the door to longer-lasting phones, more efficient drones, and lighter, higher-range electric vehicles.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2025
The Padres went with Robert Suarez, another stud right-hander, for the final four outs in the 3-0 victory that brings this postseason bout to a decisive Game 3 on Thursday in Chicago.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Every day of inaction brings us closer to a crisis.
—Tesfaye Negussie, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2025
Which brings us back to the uncertainty issue.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025
Simply experience your feelings and go read something that brings you some real pleasure.
—Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2025
Which brings us to Connor McDavid, the best player in the world.
—Arpon Basu, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
John Wisely, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
While manufacturing provides more than 470,000 jobs and brings more than $66 billion into Wisconsin's economy, the sector continues to decline in the state despite growth nationally.
—Anna Kleiber, jsonline.com, 2 Oct. 2025
This innovation brings lithium–sulfur batteries closer to practical use, opening the door to longer-lasting phones, more efficient drones, and lighter, higher-range electric vehicles.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2025
The Padres went with Robert Suarez, another stud right-hander, for the final four outs in the 3-0 victory that brings this postseason bout to a decisive Game 3 on Thursday in Chicago.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Every day of inaction brings us closer to a crisis.
—Tesfaye Negussie, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2025
Which brings us back to the uncertainty issue.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025
Simply experience your feelings and go read something that brings you some real pleasure.
—Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2025
Which brings us to Connor McDavid, the best player in the world.
—Arpon Basu, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brings
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Rolling or folding one end of the towel creates a slight angle for the brushes to dry on.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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Updating colleagues on the Dragon Bravo Fire during a meeting of the Glen Canyon Adaptive Management Program in late August, Grand Canyon Superintendent Ed Keable said rebuilding the lodge creates an opportunity to keep it open all year.—
Brandon Loomis,
AZCentral.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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Advertisement With Lee Heon away, Jesan convinces Queen Ja-hyeon (Shin Eun-jung), Heon’s stepmother, to support her young son’s ascent to the throne.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
29 Sep. 2025
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But over the course of the season, Ned convinces his team of misfits that actual reporting is the way to success — leading eventually to three nominations at the local journalism awards.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
21 Sep. 2025
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Beyond that, self-parking typically costs $25 per day but may cost more during special events.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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Worse, may car owners act like their car only costs the incremental cost of operating it, which can appear be under 5 cents/mile in an EV.—
Brad Templeton,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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What causes hair thinning in menopause?—
Korin Miller,
Flow Space,
1 Oct. 2025
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Olive oil may benefit people with inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an autoimmune condition that causes joint pain, swelling, and inflammation.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
1 Oct. 2025
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The poet titillates, commands by images—and only thus persuades.—
Elaine L. Wang
September 11,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
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Cherry persuades Harriet to publicly expose Laura, to talk to journalists and manufacture a viral story.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025
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Rafferty doesn’t offer much in the way of sympathy, describing their time together as both brief and now over before Plunket fetches his wife to bring her home himself.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
25 Sep. 2025
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No one wants to drill under the ocean when oil fetches $60 a barrel.—
John Dorfman,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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Limestone parent material generally generates alkaline (high pH) soils whereas granites generate more acidic soil.—
Paul Cappiello,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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The engine — Subaru’s signature smooth, horizontally opposed four-cylinder — generates 180 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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As part of a plea agreement, prosecution was deferred on an additional charge for menacing so long as White commits no new violations over the next two years and satisfies a number of conditions, including issuing a public apology to the victim, Adam Weatherford.—
Josh Wood,
Louisville Courier Journal,
1 Oct. 2025
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Having made her name with The Best Man, Scary Movie, and Ally McBeal, this new, different note satisfies Hall’s longtime dream of working with Anderson.—
Matthew Jacobs,
Vulture,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Brings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brings. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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