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"bring" — same verb, different meanings · Part 1 of 2

Phrasal verbs built on "bring" — same verb, but the particle changes the meaning. Pick the one that fits.

bring about

cause (something to happen)

To make something happen, especially a change or result.

The new manager hopes to bring about positive changes in the company.

bring back

return something

to take something or someone to the place where they were before, or to give something back to its owner.

Please bring back my book when you finish reading it.

bring down

reduce the level or amount of something

to make something, such as a price, temperature, or amount, lower than before.

The new manager managed to bring down expenses by 15%.

bring forward

move to an earlier time

To change the time or date of something so that it happens sooner than originally planned.

The meeting was brought forward to Monday so everyone could attend.

bring in

introduce or implement

to introduce or start using something new, like a law, rule, or system.

The company decided to bring in new safety regulations after the accident.

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