bring back
Present Participle
bringing back
Past Tense
brought back
Past Participle
brought back
1
to make something or someone return or be returned to a particular place or condition
- The successful campaign brought back customers.
- He decided to bring back the vintage car to its former glory.
- The successful negotiations brought back peace to the region.
- Efforts to conserve the natural habitat will help bring back the biodiversity of the area.
- He brought back the book he borrowed last week.
2
to wake up from unconsciousness
- The hiker was brought back after being found unconscious on the trail.
- Immediate first aid helped bring the injured cyclist back.
- The boxer was successfully brought back after a knockout.
- The medical team managed to bring the unconscious patient back.
- A strong smell can sometimes bring a person back from passing out.
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to make someone remember something from the past
- The familiar tune brought back memories of carefree summer days.
- Memories of carefree summer days were brought back by the familiar tune.
- The scent of baking cookies brought back fond memories of grandma's kitchen.
- The sight of the old house brought back stories of bygone years.
4
to return with a specific item or information
- Don't worry; I'll bring back your charger from my place.
- The explorer brought back rare artifacts from the expedition.
- Can you bring back some fresh fruit from the market?
- Don't forget to bring back the mail from the mailbox.
- Bring the book back when you're finished reading it.
5
to reintroduce something old or forgotten, like a concept, idea, tradition, etc.
- The community wants to bring back the annual festival.
- The museum plans to bring back an exhibit from the past.
- The restaurant decided to bring back a popular dish from the past.
- The film director decided to bring back the original cast for the sequel.
- The brand is excited to bring back the iconic product after years.