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to bring back
01
to make something or someone return or be returned to a particular place or condition
Grammatical Information
Composition
phrasal
Action verb
Regular
Inseparable
Particle
back
Base verb
bring
Present tense
bring back
3rd person singular
brings back
Present participle
bringing back
Past simple
brought back
Past participle
brought back
Examples
The successful campaign brought back customers.
02
to wake up from unconsciousness
Examples
The hiker was brought back after being found unconscious on the trail.
03
to make someone remember something from the past
Examples
The familiar tune brought back memories of carefree summer days.
04
to return with a specific item or information
Examples
Do n't worry; I 'll bring back your charger from my place.
05
to reintroduce something old or forgotten, like a concept, idea, tradition, etc.
Examples
The community wants to bring back the annual festival.
