brought up
Example Sentences
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I was an outfielder in the Braves Minor League system until I was brought up to the majors on Sept. 7, 1968.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
"I was brought up here. Everyone knows each other. I am hoping to stay local and work local."
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
When Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified on Tuesday before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, a couple of his questioners brought up a stunning new claim.
From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026
One Brooklyn politician, who asked not to be named, brought up the wait for an EDC head unprompted to a Wall Street Journal reporter during his morning commute.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
“How were you brought up, girl?” she scolded, not even calling me by my name.
From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan
