Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brought down
Verb
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Ukraine's air defenses shot down most of the Russian missiles, Zelenskyy said, crediting Western partners for timely delivery of additional air defense interceptors.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Feb. 2026 -
City leaders in El Cajon shot down an initial proposal that would have allowed up to four marijuana dispensaries in the city.—
Hannah Elsmore,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Carter was, however, picked off by Bernardino.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
22 Feb. 2026
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Although burly striker Pio Esposito equalized with an opportunist finish 10 minutes later, the home side picked off Inter with two goals in quick succession in the second half.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Feb. 2026
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The weather blew away any hope of the team arriving in NYC by early morning as planned, and several late-night texts revealed what might ordinarily be described as a white-knuckle drive, only nobody was holding the steering wheel.—
Byron Hurd,
The Drive,
22 Jan. 2026
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Following Cline’s most recent meeting, the rising star blew away execs, we’re told, leading to an offer.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
20 Jan. 2026
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“Brought down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brought%20down. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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