1
as in to raise
to bring to maturity through care and education
it takes an immense commitment and a lot of love to bring up a child properly
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to introduce
to present or bring forward for discussion
I hate to bring this up, but we're running short of money
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill
wasn't expecting the operator to bring up the carnival ride so suddenly
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of bring up
The treaty includes mechanisms for dispute resolution, which both India and Pakistan have used over the years to bring up complaints over technical details and differing interpretations of the treaty's language.
—
Betsy Joles, NPR, 8 July 2025
This was brought up yet again with a slew of cancellations that brought up more examples of this, but looking back, this is a pattern, and the question now, is how are we supposed to trust anything Xbox says?
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
Some broadened the conversation by bringing up dogs, citing their emotional toll and intense needs.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
Ketel Marte struck out before Pavin Smith hit a two-run single to trim the deficit to one, bringing up Tawa.
—Miami Herald, 28 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for bring up
Betsy Joles, NPR, 8 July 2025
This was brought up yet again with a slew of cancellations that brought up more examples of this, but looking back, this is a pattern, and the question now, is how are we supposed to trust anything Xbox says?
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
Some broadened the conversation by bringing up dogs, citing their emotional toll and intense needs.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
Ketel Marte struck out before Pavin Smith hit a two-run single to trim the deficit to one, bringing up Tawa.
—Miami Herald, 28 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for bring up
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bring up
Verb
-
Daly was previously married to the actress Amy Van Nostrand, raising two children over the course of a 28-year relationship.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
-
Wells Fargo reiterates Microsoft as overweight Wells raised its price target on Microsoft to $600 per share from $585.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
15 July 2025
Verb
-
He’s then introduced to Institute headmistress Ms. Sigsby (Mary-Louise Parker), Dr. Hendricks (Robert Joy) and Head of Security Stackhouse (Julian Richings).—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
13 July 2025
-
Back in the 60s, the seatbelt was introduced that made car passengers safe.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
Verb
-
The toddler stopped crying about 15 minutes after she had been put down for a nap.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
-
Years later, Sunshine stopped making the peanut butter, and Zuckerman bought the company back.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
11 July 2025
Verb
-
But what’s needed is a place to truly foster and nurture those connections.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
8 July 2025
-
By taking these steps, your recommendation will effectively showcase your nephew's potential while upholding the integrity of the hiring process and fostering workplace harmony.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
Verb
-
Due to the storm damage, the city of Plainfield said that its city pools and parks are closed on Tuesday for inspection and safety assessment, while services at the Plainfield Senior Center are halted.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
15 July 2025
-
In an unsigned order on Monday, the top court temporarily lifted a lower court ruling from May that indefinitely paused the layoffs and reinstated those who were let go, while also halting President Donald Trump’s Executive Order from March which called for the department to be closed down.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
15 July 2025
Verb
-
In our extremely online era, anyone caught in an internet backlash should understand that the best response is to say nothing at all—drama will pass once the subject ceases making more content.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
-
Not just for her, but for everyone caught in the middle of this.—
Mekishana Pierre,
EW.com,
10 July 2025
Verb
-
In Sutton, Texas, flooding caused cars to stall on Interstate 10 and water was approaching some homes, according to the National Weather Service.—
Chris Boyette,
CNN Money,
13 July 2025
-
Quarterly business reviews elevate gaps, like where people are getting stalled in their careers.—
Damien Howard,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
Verb
-
Ballard commiserated with Parker that night, at her home over some beers, until a couple black-and-whites pulled up, lights strobing, to arrest her for Olivas’ murder!—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
14 July 2025
-
When the officer pulled up behind the suspect, the suspect ran west beneath the Interstate 70 underpass along West 32nd Avenue, Wheat Ridge Police said.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
11 July 2025
Cite this Entry
“Bring up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bring%20up. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share