Bring Down (Verb)
Meaning 1
Cause to come to the ground; "the pilot managed to land the airplane safely".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- The experienced parachutist carefully maneuvered to bring down the hot air balloon for an emergency landing.
- Using her skills, she managed to bring down the small plane safely on the rural airstrip.
- After the medical emergency, the pilot had to bring down the helicopter quickly but carefully.
- Air traffic control guided the inexperienced pilot to bring down the aircraft despite the engine failure.
- The instructor helped the beginner student to bring down the plane smoothly for a safe touchdown.
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Meaning 2
Move something or somebody to a lower position; "take down the vase from the shelf".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- Bring down the ladder from the attic so we can use it in the living room.
- Please bring down the picture from the wall, it's slightly crooked.
- She had to bring down the giant plant from the top shelf to water it.
- Bring down the old rug from the storage room to see if it's still usable.
- The movers carefully tried to bring down the heavy TV from the top floor without damaging it.
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Meaning 3
Cause the downfall of; of rulers; "The Czar was overthrown"; "subvert the ruling class".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- The corrupt government was brought down by a massive public uprising.
- The scandalous affair would bring down the popular mayor and end his political career.
- Disgruntled citizens joined forces to bring down the oppressive regime that had ruled the country for decades.
- Rampant corruption and greed would eventually bring down the powerful CEO of the multinational corporation.
- The investigation's findings were enough to bring down the entire administration and everyone involved.
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Meaning 4
Impose something unpleasant; "The principal visited his rage on the students".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- Her new strict rules brought down a lot of anger and frustration on the employees.
- The tax increase brought down financial difficulties on many low-income families.
- The cold weather brought down several tall trees in the area.
- His own misdeeds finally brought down the corrupt politician.
- The strict new regulations brought down severe penalties on non-complying businesses.
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Meaning 5
Cause to be enthusiastic; "Her playing brought down the house".
Classification
Verbs of feeling.
Examples
- The comedian's impressive impersonations brought down the house with laughter.
- Her soulful rendition of the classic song brought down the house, earning her a standing ovation.
- The surprise appearance of the famous singer brought down the house and sent the crowd into a frenzy.
- The energy of the concert brought down the house, turning the entire audience into a sea of dancing fans.
- The firework display brought down the house, filling the night sky with a kaleidoscope of colors.
Meaning 6
Cut down on; make a reduction in; "reduce your daily fat intake"; "The employer wants to cut back health benefits".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..