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The vast vast majority of illnesses, people do not bring upon themselves.

From Salon • Sep. 9, 2023

I knew what misery I should bring upon the country by leaving the Basutos to ravage the Boer places, and therefore I have agreed to the proposal of Mr. J. P. Hoffman.

From Textbooks • Dec. 14, 2022

“To complain would be only to bring upon themselves another storm of abuse and fury,” she wrote.

From The Guardian • Apr. 9, 2019

Not surprisingly, the 2019 requirements will bring upon dramatic changes to the look and function of California homes.

From Slate • Dec. 7, 2018

What were that good woman's fears and sorrows by the side of the grief and shame and unspeakable horror he might have to bring upon his Christina?

From Strange Stories by Allen, Grant




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