brought to bear
Example Sentences
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Spot prices reflect that the strait is still very much closed, and the real physical impact of the war has been brought to bear.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
“I think pressure can be brought to bear, the more we raise awareness that these requests could come through and that the tech companies might receive them, requesting your information,” Lapointe said.
From Slate • Feb. 5, 2026
The president opted to hold off until more firepower could be brought to bear, the officials said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026
"The riots brought to bear the challenges we face about social cohesion."
From BBC • Jul. 31, 2025
Her letter failed because she couldn’t conceive of the profundity of your problem—she couldn’t fathom the pressures brought to bear upon you because of environment, intellectual frustration and a growing tendency toward isolationism.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
