as in earns
to receive as return for effort
she's bringing in good money selling houses
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Recent Examples of brings in
The tax brings in more dollars than other funding sources in Kansas City’s budget, including property taxes, sales taxes, fees, fines, state money or federal money, budget documents show.
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Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2026
When lineworkers don’t respond, the company brings in contractors to complete the work.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
For major events in Chicago, OEMC brings in relevant agencies – such as the Chicago Police Department, Chicago Fire Department, and even the National Weather Service – in one room to make any necessary preparations.
—Sabrina Franza, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
This delicious twist on a classic dish brings in rich curry flavors that represent the influences of a diverse Southern culture.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
That component brings in the majority of the program’s budget, around $200 million, through rebates from drug companies.
—Romy Ellenbogen, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2026
In addition to sponsorships, the LA28 committee brings in money through ticket sales and licensing agreements.
—Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Last week, organizers canceled the yearly Habanos cigar festival that brings in millions of dollars of revenue.
—Patrick Oppmann, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
Instead, Netflix shifted its focus toward how much money the business brings in and how people actually use the platform.
—Allie Canal, NBC news, 20 Jan. 2026
Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2026
When lineworkers don’t respond, the company brings in contractors to complete the work.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
For major events in Chicago, OEMC brings in relevant agencies – such as the Chicago Police Department, Chicago Fire Department, and even the National Weather Service – in one room to make any necessary preparations.
—Sabrina Franza, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
This delicious twist on a classic dish brings in rich curry flavors that represent the influences of a diverse Southern culture.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
That component brings in the majority of the program’s budget, around $200 million, through rebates from drug companies.
—Romy Ellenbogen, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2026
In addition to sponsorships, the LA28 committee brings in money through ticket sales and licensing agreements.
—Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Last week, organizers canceled the yearly Habanos cigar festival that brings in millions of dollars of revenue.
—Patrick Oppmann, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
Instead, Netflix shifted its focus toward how much money the business brings in and how people actually use the platform.
—Allie Canal, NBC news, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brings in
Verb
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Congress earns trust by solving problems — lowering costs, improving people’s lives and being transparent.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Walnut Creek resident and photojournalist Manny Crisostomo earns the spotlight too.—
Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Two officials stood above the players, with one signaling touchdown (meaning Tate caught the ball, Seattle wins) and the other signaling touchback (meaning Jennings caught the ball, Green Bay wins).—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Because that means Wyoming wins and Texas wins.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
8 May 2026
Verb
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However, an artist’s innate defiance reaps the best art.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
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The mower does the work, and your lawn reaps the benefits.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Apr. 2026
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By tracking the population, the conservancy builds a database of valuable insights into raptors and, in turn, gains a better understanding of the overall ecosystem.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
8 May 2026
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Blum noted that several billionaires have made high-profile departures from California as a state billionaire tax proposal gains steam.—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
8 May 2026
Verb
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And what makes this all worse is that Fauci made these comments this week.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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Mass raids in neighborhoods, workplaces and near schools create fear that makes communities less safe, not more.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
Verb
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If neither Bass nor Raman garners more that 50% of the vote, as occurred in the now incumbent’s battle with developer Rick Caruso in 2022, then the election goes to a runoff on November 3, the same day as the potentially seismic midterms.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
1 May 2026
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Interacting with an audience is now an essential journalistic value as the engagement garners an audience’s attention.—
Kirstin Pellizzaro,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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When the sway gets too risky, the captain closes some of the outer decks.—
Akash Kapur,
New Yorker,
12 May 2026
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These dusters are meant to be replaced frequently, often after one to three uses, depending on the size of the space and how dusty your home gets.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
12 May 2026
Verb
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The Government Accountability Office report lands at a moment when Congress is weighing the future of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the main federal agency supporting museums.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
7 May 2026
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Keep it simple and grounded so your message lands clearly.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
5 May 2026
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