bring up

Example Sentences

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My husband gets angry if I bring up the subject.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

But as the justices explained, Pitchford’s lawyer had tried to raise it; the trial judge had simply shut down the lawyer after he attempted to bring up the point.

From Slate • May 28, 2026

Lyle Ungar, Professor in CIS and a co-author of the study, says social media can offer insight into concerns patients may not always bring up during medical visits.

From Science Daily • May 24, 2026

I wanted the action to bring up that transition in perspective.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

The instructor told him to just throw back his head, bring up his feet and allow himself to lie on his back on the water.

From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli