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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.
—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
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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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
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Its heavy nature also causes oils to build up in pores, causing acne and breakouts, which other established moisturizing ingredients, like ceramides, petrolatum, squalene, glycerin and shea butter, are less likely to do.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Woodard brings Anna to life with a smokey voice, a statuesque presence and an arch demeanor.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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The imposing white hotel buildings are all above the road - accessed by vehicle via a ramp, which brings you to a carpark and the front entrance.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 June 2026
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That matters because every unnecessary trade creates a chance to buy high, sell low, and pay costs along the way.—
Teresa Ghilarducci,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Offshore wind offers a path that keeps more energy dollars here at home, creates American jobs, and builds a cleaner, more affordable future for Connecticut families.—
Julianna Larue,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2026
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In phase one, an agent analyzes requests and generates recommendations, but humans decide every case.—
Jakob Freund,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Slow attention generates deeper engagement.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 June 2026
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Its hybrid analog-digital approach allows Alfa free rein to actualize his impulses, while the meditative atmosphere prompts reflection on where those impulses come from.—
H.D. Angel,
Pitchfork,
16 June 2026
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This reality prompts global government funding and quantum strategy.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Cohesion is the trick, and color does most of the work.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
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Nor does a forecast cone capture every place that may experience dangerous conditions.—
Monica Sanders,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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