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to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
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Recent Examples of brings about
For some, the World Cup brings about memories of touching moments with family and friends.
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Carlos De Loera,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
Five women were injured overnight Sunday in a shooting near Indiana University following its annual Little 500 races which brings about alums and large crowds of spectators.
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Kiki Intarasuwan,
CBS News,
26 Apr. 2026
Every Rayan Cherki drive into the box, every Jeremy Doku shimmy and dart, every menacing moment of intent from Haaland brings about an instant raising of our heart rates.
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Nnamdi Onyeagwara,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
April kicks off the 2026 Masters, hosted at the famous Augusta National Golf Course in Augusta, Georgia, while May brings about the 2026 PGA Championship.
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Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
8 Apr. 2026
At God’s instruction Moses stretches out his staff and brings about hailstorms that kill unprotected livestock, crops, and humans alike throughout Egypt, while sparing Goshen.
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Encyclopedia Britannica,
31 Mar. 2026
To look around my home and see a table set with dishes, silverware, and coupes from both my husband and my grandparents and great grandparents is so special and brings about a deep sense of joy.
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Tessa Cooper,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
The change of seasons brings about changes in our home, too—from experiencing less natural light to layering on extra blankets or even our towels drying slower.
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Shagun Khare,
The Spruce,
22 Feb. 2026
Sometimes — as in the dozen or so stories highlighted here — this work brings about policy changes, public safety improvements, protections for vulnerable residents and accountability from powerful institutions.
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Milwaukee Journal Sentinel,
jsonline.com,
23 Jan. 2026
Carlos De Loera,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
Five women were injured overnight Sunday in a shooting near Indiana University following its annual Little 500 races which brings about alums and large crowds of spectators.
—
Kiki Intarasuwan,
CBS News,
26 Apr. 2026
Every Rayan Cherki drive into the box, every Jeremy Doku shimmy and dart, every menacing moment of intent from Haaland brings about an instant raising of our heart rates.
—
Nnamdi Onyeagwara,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
April kicks off the 2026 Masters, hosted at the famous Augusta National Golf Course in Augusta, Georgia, while May brings about the 2026 PGA Championship.
—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
8 Apr. 2026
At God’s instruction Moses stretches out his staff and brings about hailstorms that kill unprotected livestock, crops, and humans alike throughout Egypt, while sparing Goshen.
—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
31 Mar. 2026
To look around my home and see a table set with dishes, silverware, and coupes from both my husband and my grandparents and great grandparents is so special and brings about a deep sense of joy.
—
Tessa Cooper,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
The change of seasons brings about changes in our home, too—from experiencing less natural light to layering on extra blankets or even our towels drying slower.
—
Shagun Khare,
The Spruce,
22 Feb. 2026
Sometimes — as in the dozen or so stories highlighted here — this work brings about policy changes, public safety improvements, protections for vulnerable residents and accountability from powerful institutions.
—
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel,
jsonline.com,
23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brings about
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What usually causes harmful algal blooms along Florida's coasts?
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Banks should spend more time asking what causes that switch to flip.
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The chili brings the comfort-food feel, while the red link gives it a little more kick and personality than your regular dog.
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With the nurturing Moon in your 6th House of Health and Routine, a harmonious trine to authoritative Saturn in your 10th House of Career and Status brings steady traction.
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That creates a rare opportunity for tournament debutant Cape Verde, the second-smallest country to qualify for a World Cup.
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The watershed provides drinking water, forms a critical habitat for fish and other wildlife and creates recreational spaces for the community, the board wrote.
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When at work, the robot’s drilling generates less than five newtons of force, which feels about as heavy as a half-liter bottle of water.
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Every deployment generates proprietary operational data that helps improve Digit’s perception, decision-making, mobility, and task execution capabilities.
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Every item prompts a small, often unconscious question Where should this go?
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Sometimes the issue prompts women to cut back their retinoid usage or stop altogether.
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Mark Thompson does the costume and scenic design, with lighting by Howard Harrison.
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The Pitt does this quite literally and very well.
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“Brings about.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brings%20about. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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