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as in says
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
he ever so casually brings out the names of celebrities with whom he's supposedly buddy-buddy
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as in emphasizes
to make more apparent
a blue scarf would bring out the color of your eyes
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Recent Examples of brings out
Heat mellows the bite of the radishes and brings out unexpected juiciness.
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Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 1 May 2026
This tension between reality and artifice brings out the best in kuru’s songwriting.
—Jude Noel, Pitchfork, 30 Apr. 2026
Kubusheski, the First Academy teacher, said the data brings out her competitive nature but also highlights what’s important in her classroom.
—Michael Cuglietta, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
Get the recipe > Maple syrup brings out the natural sweetness of parsnips in this silky soup topped with crunchy, homemade garlic-thyme croutons.
—Saveur Editors, Saveur, 15 Apr. 2026
Sensing Julia's reluctance to submit brings out the first glimpse of Bateman's vindictive nature.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Apr. 2026
Hopefully that brings out a better level in us.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
Plus, the 100Hz refresh rate brings out details at a faster pace, making for a smoother viewing experience.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026
The vodka brings out some flavors that would otherwise not be volatile and perks everything up—that little hit of vodka at the end adds a subtle bite, too.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 1 May 2026
This tension between reality and artifice brings out the best in kuru’s songwriting.
—Jude Noel, Pitchfork, 30 Apr. 2026
Kubusheski, the First Academy teacher, said the data brings out her competitive nature but also highlights what’s important in her classroom.
—Michael Cuglietta, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
Get the recipe > Maple syrup brings out the natural sweetness of parsnips in this silky soup topped with crunchy, homemade garlic-thyme croutons.
—Saveur Editors, Saveur, 15 Apr. 2026
Sensing Julia's reluctance to submit brings out the first glimpse of Bateman's vindictive nature.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Apr. 2026
Hopefully that brings out a better level in us.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
Plus, the 100Hz refresh rate brings out details at a faster pace, making for a smoother viewing experience.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026
The vodka brings out some flavors that would otherwise not be volatile and perks everything up—that little hit of vodka at the end adds a subtle bite, too.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brings out
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While everyone can be affected by smoke or ozone, the MPCA says those at higher risk of health complications include outdoor workers, older adults, children, those who are pregnant, and those who have heart or lung conditions.—
Forum News Service,
Twin Cities,
8 May 2026
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The Administration for Children and Families says state child support agencies submit qualifying cases, and federal officials forward those records to the State Department.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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Ly emphasizes that recurrence in identical locations is one of the most defining features.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
6 May 2026
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From a structural standpoint, the model emphasizes selectivity.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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That tells you everything about the disconnect people are feeling.—
Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
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District 8 needs a leader who works with the community, tells the truth and delivers real results, not political deals or insider arrangements.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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The absence of a prescribed theme across the exhibition reinforces that multiplicity.—
Miguel Sirgado,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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Tuvia Gering, a nonresident fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Global China Hub, said the timing of Araghchi's visit is important, saying the meeting showed coordinated messaging between Beijing and Tehran and reinforces China's desire to have a seat in any future regional agreement.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 May 2026
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The phrase also sometimes is used as a battle cry and has been employed by those with a nefarious agenda to instill fear of anyone who utters it and to raise concerns about Islam itself, according to Muslim scholars and civil rights advocates.—
Michelle Krupa,
CNN Money,
11 Jan. 2026
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Falduto utters the words as his character Billy to Dewey, playing the opinionated student who becomes the stylist for the band.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Dec. 2025
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Mamdani speaks at May Day rally Hundreds, if not thousands, packed Manhattan's Washington Square Park to celebrate workers and the history of labor organizing, before the group started marching to Foley Square.—
Ali Bauman,
CBS News,
2 May 2026
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Knats front-end their version with the words from a 1972 BBC documentary about Durham miners set to off-kilter melody, before balladic piano chords enter, and Cooper speaks a refrain based on the folk song.—
Archie Forde,
Pitchfork,
1 May 2026
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Settlement talks Sixteen lawyers crammed the tables next to Judge Bredar in the largest federal courtroom in Baltimore for the pre-trial hearing.—
Mike Hellgren,
CBS News,
5 May 2026
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Below, Weisman talks with THR about the difficult conversations in the writers’ room about presenting the interracial friend group onscreen, considering an alternative killer and the message the series sends about the danger shame and secrets pose to women.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Apr. 2026
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This article discusses suicide and suicidal ideation.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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This story discusses suicide and mental health.—
Tina Eves,
SPIN,
4 May 2026
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“Brings out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brings%20out. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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