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Bring To Bear
see synonyms of bring to bearVerb
1. bring to bear
bring into operation or effect
Example Sentences:'The new members brought to bear new concerns to the U.N.'
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Bring To Bear
see synonyms of bring to bearto bring into operation or effect
he brought his knowledge to bear on the situation
bear (sense 17)
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Bring To Bear
see synonyms of bring to beartr.v. brought (brôt), bring·ing, brings
1. To carry, convey, lead, or cause to go along to another place: brought enough money with me.
2. To carry as an attribute or contribution: You bring many years of experience to your new post.
3. To lead or force into a specified state, situation, or location: bring the water to a boil; brought the meeting to a close.
4.
a. To persuade; induce: The defendant's testimony brought others to confess.
b. To get the attention of; attract: Smoke and flames brought the neighbors.
5.
a. To cause to occur as a consequence: Floods brought destruction to the valley.
b. To cause to occur as a concomitant: For many, the fall brings hay fever.
6. To cause to become apparent to the mind; recall: This music brings back memories.
7. To advance or set forth (charges) in a court.
8. To be sold for: a portrait that brought a million dollars.
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