bring in
Britishverb
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to yield (income, profit, or cash)
his investments brought him in £100
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to produce or return (a verdict)
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to put forward or introduce (a legislative bill, etc)
Example Sentences
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Harbaugh said he hopes to bring in a new offensive coordinator with a “physical” identity.
From Los Angeles Times
Aid groups have for months complained of difficulties bringing in equipment and supplies, blaming Israeli restrictions.
From Barron's
At this point, I believe that either staying put with some help brought in or moving to an assisted-living-type situation is in her best interest.
From MarketWatch
The US already has a military base in Greenland, currently staffed by up to 150 people, and has the option of bringing in far greater numbers under existing agreements with Copenhagen.
From BBC
With fewer goods to sell, the company had a harder time bringing in revenue and even less money to pay suppliers.
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