bring about — to cause something to happen; to make something occur
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to cause something to happen; to make something occur
Pronunciation (IPA): /brɪŋ əˈbaʊt/
Example Sentences
- His terrible cooking brought about an emergency pizza delivery order.
- The invention of smartphones brought about a revolution in communication.
- Climate change is bringing about serious environmental challenges.
bring about
VERB[/brɪŋ əˈbaʊt/]
to cause something to happen; to make something occur
One small invention can bring about a whole new era of living.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'bringan' (to carry, convey) combined with 'about' (from Old English 'abutan', meaning around or concerning). The phrase developed its figurative sense of 'cause to happen' in Middle English.
Breakdown
bring (Old English: to carry/convey) + about (Old English: around/concerning) = bring about (to cause something to occur)
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📝Examples
“His terrible cooking brought about an emergency pizza delivery order.”
“The invention of smartphones brought about a revolution in communication.”
“Climate change is bringing about serious environmental challenges.”
“Her loud snoring brought about the invention of separate bedrooms in their house.”
“The new CEO's vision brought about unprecedented growth in the company.”
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