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to bring down
01
to make someone or something in power lose their position
Transitive: to bring down someone in power
Examples
The scandal brought the CEO down from their high position.
02
to cause sadness or unhappiness in someone
Transitive: to bring down sb
Examples
Financial troubles can bring down even the most optimistic individuals.
03
to decrease the level, quantity, or intensity of something
Transitive: to bring down level or intensity of something
Examples
Innovation in renewable energy sources is essential to bring down reliance on fossil fuels.
Examples
A well-aimed tackle brought the rugby player down.
05
to guide an aircraft downward for the purpose of landing
Transitive: to bring down an aircraft
Examples
Despite the challenging circumstances, the pilot successfully brought the helicopter down.
06
to shoot at and force a plane, bird, or animal to fall
Transitive: to bring down a flying object or animal
Examples
They brought the enemy plane down with precise gunfire.
