bring on

verb

brought on; bringing on; brings on

transitive verb

: to cause to appear or occur

Examples of bring on in a Sentence

this legislation will surely bring on some unintended consequences
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Substack live, in which creators host live videos and bring on guests to discuss what’s happening, have seen explosive growth in recent weeks, McKenzie says. Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Mar. 2025 In November 2024 it was revealed that ACF had been brought on board by the company to field interest in an investment or sale. Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 6 Mar. 2025 Mercury stationing retrograde the following day is very fitting, considering the usual misunderstandings and delays brought on by this astronomical phenomenon. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 5 Mar. 2025 The plot’s southern exposure and ample sunlight brought on perfect phenolic ripeness, which is necessary to make great wine. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 2 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bring on

Word History

First Known Use

1592, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bring on was in 1592

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“Bring on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bring%20on. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.

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