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to bring up
[phrase form: bring]
Examples
The grandparents played a significant role in bringing up their grandchildren.
02
to lift or move something to a higher position
Transitive: to bring up sth somewhere
Examples
Can you bring the box up to the second floor, please?
Examples
He brought up the topic of technology during the discussion.
04
to propose a topic or idea to explore and talk about
Transitive: to bring up an idea
Examples
We should bring improving benefits up at the staff meeting.
05
to make something stop suddenly and forcefully
Transitive: to bring up sth
Examples
The safety feature is designed to bring up the escalator in case of an emergency.
06
to bring to a sudden stop
Transitive: to bring up a vehicle or animal
Examples
She brought the car up just in time to avoid the collision.
07
to move to a higher position or status
Transitive: to bring up sb
Examples
She brought up several employees after recognizing their hard work.
08
(of a device) to turn on and activate the operating system
Transitive: to bring up a device
Examples
The user manual provides instructions on bringing up the software.
8.1
(of computers) to display a tab, file, or image on the screen
Transitive: to bring up a computer file or information
Examples
I brought up the spreadsheet during the meeting for everyone to see.
09
to make something appear or start to happen, as if by magic or a sudden command
Transitive: to bring up sth
Examples
The sorcerer chanted ancient words and was able to bring up a majestic phoenix from the ashes.
10
to throw up the contents of one's stomach through the mouth
Transitive: to bring up contents of one's stomach
Examples
The strong smell of the medicine almost made her bring it up.
