bring in
verb
brought in; bringing in; brings in
2
: to produce as profit or return
each sale brought in $5
3
: to enable (a base runner) to reach home plate by hitting the ball
4
: to report to a court
the jury brought in a verdict
5
a
: to cause (something, such as an oil well) to be productive
b
: to win tricks with the cards of (a long suit) in bridge
6
: earn
brings in a good salary
Examples of bring in in a Sentence
she's bringing in good money selling houses
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An ambulance and a helicopter used for air evacuations were brought in for the safety of first responders.
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Adrian Sainz, Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2025
The venture brought in his first six figures.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2025
It’s helped the country bring in extra revenue.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
Last year's audition at Franklin Morning Pointe Senior Center brought in more than 50 seniors from a range of age groups.
—Gabrielle Chenault, Nashville Tennessean, 12 Oct. 2025
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Adrian Sainz, Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2025
The venture brought in his first six figures.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2025
It’s helped the country bring in extra revenue.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
Last year's audition at Franklin Morning Pointe Senior Center brought in more than 50 seniors from a range of age groups.
—Gabrielle Chenault, Nashville Tennessean, 12 Oct. 2025
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“Bring in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bring%20in. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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