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Definition bring in in British English

bring in phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to use the skills of a particular group or person

Example

An independent investigator will be brought in to look at the allegations.

Example

This is an opportunity to bring in new talent.

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repurpose go towards bring in
2

to be the reason that someone or something receives a particular amount of money

Example

Overseas students bring in more than £30 million a year in tuition fees.

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break-even point commercial speculative
3

to introduce a new law or system

Example

She said the government would bring in the necessary legislation to deal with the problem.

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abolish abrogate amend
4

to involve someone in a radio or TV discussion

Example

And here I'd like to bring in James Walker to hear his comments.

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anchor bleep out bring in
5

to say officially whether someone is guilty or not

Example

There were gasps when the jury brought in a verdict of not guilty.

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acquit acquittal affiliation order
6

to take somebody to another place

Example

The crooks were brought in to the police station for questioning.

Example

Grandma brought the grandson in for a checkup.

Definition bring in in British English