brought on

[brawt-on, -awn] / ˈbrɔtˈɒn, -ˈɔn /

VERB

provoke

Synonyms

WEAK

accelerate advance cause expedite generate give rise to induce inspire lead to occasion precipitate prompt

Example Sentences

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Cost-of-living concerns, brought on by the flaring up of inflation since the pandemic, have led more union workers to the picket line.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Liverpool are encouraged by Iraola's ability at Bournemouth to get the best out of new signings and youngsters, with Alex Scott, Rayan, Junior Kroupi and Adrian Truffert brought on under his tutelage.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

The 2026 upfronts talked a lot about “connections” and “community” as the personalized nature of TV viewing brought on by streaming video-on-demand has been fully integrated into the buying and selling of commercials.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

Investors were ditching U.S. government bonds amid intensifying concerns that the resurgence of inflation brought on by the Iran war could force the Federal Reserve to pursue higher interest rates.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

Dolores’ silence might have been brought on by a jealous reaction, but mine was occasioned by pure surprise.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou