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as in raises
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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as in introduces
to present or bring forward for discussion
I hate to bring this up, but we're running short of money
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as in stops
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 brings up
That brings up a broader point, unlike other genres, such as rap and alternative, country often still remains its own island and doesn’t always cross over with other genres.
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Melinda Newman, Billboard, 7 Nov. 2025
When Carrington and Dina sit down face-to-face to negotiate Allura’s divorce, Dina brings up Chase’s relationship with Maria as a means to blackmail him.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2025
Growing up always brings up bittersweet feelings.
—María Mérida, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2025
Noah seems to be performing some kind of blessing on Abby's baby in the scene, which brings up yet another major relationship difference for Joanne.
—Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2025
Both of these markets are on the beach, a factor which further brings up prices amid already high demand from buyers.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
One option puts a floating dot on your screen that brings up a menu that’s superimposed on all your apps and home screens.
—Larry Magid, Mercury News, 18 Sep. 2025
Which brings up an interesting dilemma in the three-game preseason slate.
—Sam McDowell 9, Kansas City Star, 9 Aug. 2025
Melinda Newman, Billboard, 7 Nov. 2025
When Carrington and Dina sit down face-to-face to negotiate Allura’s divorce, Dina brings up Chase’s relationship with Maria as a means to blackmail him.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2025
Growing up always brings up bittersweet feelings.
—María Mérida, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2025
Noah seems to be performing some kind of blessing on Abby's baby in the scene, which brings up yet another major relationship difference for Joanne.
—Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2025
Both of these markets are on the beach, a factor which further brings up prices amid already high demand from buyers.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
One option puts a floating dot on your screen that brings up a menu that’s superimposed on all your apps and home screens.
—Larry Magid, Mercury News, 18 Sep. 2025
Which brings up an interesting dilemma in the three-game preseason slate.
—Sam McDowell 9, Kansas City Star, 9 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brings up
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That extraordinary footage, along with video shot by bystanders and a 3D model created by CNN of the confrontation, shows Good and her wife challenging ICE officers – but also raises new questions about Ross’s tactics and decision to use deadly force.—
Allison Gordon,
CNN Money,
10 Jan. 2026
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In a statement, Stanford student and Drop the Charges organizer Mark Allen Cu said the case raises broader questions about free speech and dissent on campus.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
10 Jan. 2026
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The third movie in the franchise reunites Fisher with the rest of the original Four Horsemen — Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, and Dave Franco — as well as Mark Ruffalo and Morgan Freeman, and introduces new cast members Rosamund Pike, Ariana Greenblatt, Dominic Sessa, and Justice Smith.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Nov. 2025
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The Cipriani family's 71-story tower in Downtown Dubai introduces two collections of residences—the Signature and the Nobile—and even offers buyers a path to the city’s coveted Golden Visa.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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The team that stops the run and mitigates mistakes will win this one.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026
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The group stops to talk to one who took a fall while riding his bike in his neighborhood.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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The Empath fosters psychological safety, inclusive dialogue and a culture of empathy.—
Kelly Jones,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Since its founding, Facebook has described itself as a kind of public service that fosters relationships.—
Damon Beres,
The Atlantic,
5 Nov. 2025
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The order temporarily halts enforcement of the law on cruise ships while the appeals process moves forward, her email noted.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
1 Jan. 2026
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Judge halts end of deportation protections for South Sudanese.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
30 Dec. 2025
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There is often community resistance that stalls the building of homes.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN Money,
21 Oct. 2025
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But, then again, the market is a forward-looking machine with a motor that never stalls out.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
21 Sep. 2025
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Australian Geographic reports that the bird catches prey midair during hunting.—
Marina Watts,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Despite these close ties, the identity of the murderer catches her completely by surprise.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
8 Jan. 2026
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Adams’ car pulls up to the NYPD Academy in Flushing, Queens, where this year’s class of more than 1,000 cadets has assembled in a massive auditorium.—
Molly Ball,
Time,
29 Oct. 2025
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It's powered by a digital motor that spins up to 110,000 RPM, and delivers 115 Air Watts of suction that pulls up dirt, pet hair, and crumbs across carpets or hard floors.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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