bring in
verb
brought in; bringing in; brings in
2
: to produce as profit or return
each sale brought in $5
3
: to enable (a base runner) to reach home plate by hitting the ball
4
: to report to a court
the jury brought in a verdict
5
a
: to cause (something, such as an oil well) to be productive
b
: to win tricks with the cards of (a long suit) in bridge
6
: earn
brings in a good salary
Examples of bring in in a Sentence
she's bringing in good money selling houses
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Cannon will tape the show in front of a live audience in Los Angeles, and will also bring in topical experts and celebrity guests for each episode.
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Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2025
Much like a band might bring in a touring musician to test chemistry and capability before offering a permanent spot, businesses are using interim roles to simulate the pressure of the top job.
—Rhett Power, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2025
The film — which cost $225 million to make, per the Wall Street Journal — had been estimated by DC Studios to bring in $100 million in its first weekend.
—Jen Juneau, People.com, 15 July 2025
Vlora International Airport is set to open soon, which will bring in more international travelers.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
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Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2025
Much like a band might bring in a touring musician to test chemistry and capability before offering a permanent spot, businesses are using interim roles to simulate the pressure of the top job.
—Rhett Power, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2025
The film — which cost $225 million to make, per the Wall Street Journal — had been estimated by DC Studios to bring in $100 million in its first weekend.
—Jen Juneau, People.com, 15 July 2025
Vlora International Airport is set to open soon, which will bring in more international travelers.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
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“Bring in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bring%20in. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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