bring · v
bring sth to an end
C1 to make something finish
Dictionary examples:
The stories in the newspaper brought her career to a sudden end. (42.6)
bring out the best in sb
C2 to cause someone's best qualities to show
Dictionary examples:
This chance to work with young people has really brought out the best in him. (28.5)
bring (sth) to light
C2 If information is brought to light, it is learned or discovered.
Dictionary examples:
Her research has brought to light new information about Jefferson’s early life. (22.9)
bring a lump to your throat
C2 to make you feel such strong emotion that you want to cry
Dictionary examples:
It was a very moving speech, and it brought a lump to my throat. (61.2)
bring
A2 to take someone or something with you when you go somewhere
Dictionary examples:
I brought my homework to school. My dog ate it again! (0.0)
He brings a pillow to math class. It helps him dream! (0.0)
She brings her cat to work. It's the best manager! (0.0)
Bring me that knife/Bring that knife to me. (16.1)
Did you bring an umbrella with you? (17.0)
I'm definitely coming to the party - can I bring anything? (29.8)
bring (sb) happiness/luck/peace, etc.
B1 to cause happiness/luck/peace, etc.
Dictionary examples:
My new diet brings me happiness. I dream about food all day! (0.0)
My cat brings me peace by sleeping on my keyboard. No more work! (0.0)
My new glasses brought me happiness. Now I can see my mistakes clearly! (0.0)
She's brought us so much happiness over the years. (23.0)
Their attempts to bring peace to the region have so far proved futile. (62.6)