bring on

verb

brought on; bringing on; brings on
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transitive verb

: to cause to appear or occur

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Examples of bring on in a Sentence

this legislation will surely bring on some unintended consequences
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The matter was not on the city’s agenda but was brought on as a walk-on item at the top of the meeting. — Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026 He was brought on later in the process and proved a key instrument in the studio’s slowly heavying hand. — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 3 July 2026 In one of them, the acquisition of twelve thousand dollars in a few minutes by a lucky sale, brought on madness which terminated in death in a few days. — Owen Lamont, Fortune, 2 July 2026 So bring on the formal fashion, high heels and all — Trinity has showcased a range of styles so far on the current season, from sandals to boots. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for bring on

Word History

First Known Use

1558, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bring on was in 1558

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“Bring on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bring%20on. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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