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as in raised
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 introduced
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 stopped
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 brought up
The changes, which were approved unanimously last month by commissioners, were brought up again during Tuesday’s City Commission meeting by Commissioner Melissa Castro, who was seeking to modify them after hearing from upset golfers.
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Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2026
Padman brought up how the whole cast was young and quickly became stars.
—Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
His quiet, confident witness since becoming pontiff in May had already reignited a spiritual light in me to adhere closer to the faith I was brought up in.
—Gustavo Arellano, Mercury News, 17 Apr. 2026
But Punjab came back strongly in the latter half of Mumbai's innings after Iyer brought up a brilliant relay catch that broke de Kock-Dhir stand in the 14th over.
—ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
Lawmakers have been trying to solve the problem for years on an issue that was brought up by House Speaker Matt Ritter.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 9 Apr. 2026
The operation of the data center hasn’t been brought up in contract negotiations, Beck said.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
In his book, A Voyage Around the Queen, author Craig Brown claimed that although Meghan and Harry's real names don't get brought up too often in royal circles, the estranged family members are referred to indirectly, per The Mirror.
—Tessa Petak, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
This allegation was brought up by a freelance journalist in 2025.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2026
Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2026
Padman brought up how the whole cast was young and quickly became stars.
—Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
His quiet, confident witness since becoming pontiff in May had already reignited a spiritual light in me to adhere closer to the faith I was brought up in.
—Gustavo Arellano, Mercury News, 17 Apr. 2026
But Punjab came back strongly in the latter half of Mumbai's innings after Iyer brought up a brilliant relay catch that broke de Kock-Dhir stand in the 14th over.
—ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
Lawmakers have been trying to solve the problem for years on an issue that was brought up by House Speaker Matt Ritter.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 9 Apr. 2026
The operation of the data center hasn’t been brought up in contract negotiations, Beck said.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
In his book, A Voyage Around the Queen, author Craig Brown claimed that although Meghan and Harry's real names don't get brought up too often in royal circles, the estranged family members are referred to indirectly, per The Mirror.
—Tessa Petak, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
This allegation was brought up by a freelance journalist in 2025.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brought up
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Since then, prices for many games have been raised further, sparking widespread outrage.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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To this, the stoic Bednar raised an uncharacteristic (and bruised) eyebrow.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
20 Apr. 2026
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The report builds on previous work at the Pentagon, where Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has pushed legacy contractors to produce weapons faster, introduced accountability for delays and sought to foster competition among firms competing for Defense Department (DOD) contracts.—
Filip Timotija,
The Hill,
21 Apr. 2026
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Vangala said if customers feel they are being held responsible for mistakes made by tools the retailer introduced, the resulting friction could derail adoption entirely.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
20 Apr. 2026
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To encompass the story, about a miracle from 847, when Pope Leo IV stopped a fire with a blessing, Raphael brings you into the fresco through the unshod feet of a woman in agony and leaves you near the very back, with a tiny and serene Leo IV.—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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If the game stopped at this point, Fermat’s method for dividing the pot would list all possible outcomes of those five coin flips and then tally the ones that amassed 10 points for each player.—
Jack Murtagh,
Scientific American,
19 Apr. 2026
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The bill aims to increase transparency has fostered unlikely partnerships between DFL and GOP legislators.—
Mary Murphy,
Twin Cities,
14 Apr. 2026
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Law enforcement tactics during the extensive investigation — including one officer encouraging Genrich to commit suicide — and prosecutorial misconduct during the trial fostered early and lingering doubts about Genrich’s guilt.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
13 Apr. 2026
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Horton exited his second start of the year in Cleveland on April 3 and was placed on the IL the next day.—
Andy Martinez,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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He was placed onto a stretcher and lifted into an ambulance.—
Jan Wagner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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Trump has also repeatedly railed against a federal judge who ordered construction on the ballroom — which required the surprise demolition of the White House’s East Wing — to be temporarily halted until the president receives authorization from Congress.—
Joseph Konig,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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But a federal bankruptcy judge halted the sale, citing concerns about the auction process and disputes over the bids.—
Hadas Gold,
CNN Money,
20 Apr. 2026
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This comes as another measure focused on transparency is stalled in the House.—
Ubah Ali,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Peace talks with international mediators have stalled, with both sides accusing each other of acting in bad faith.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
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His passion for off-roading and extreme competition now extends to his two sons, who have caught the Currie racing fervor.—
Morgan Korn,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Read the story of the angler who caught 19 pounds of largemouth on one cast.—
Derek Horner,
Outdoor Life,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Brought up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brought%20up. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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