| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
bring forward [brɪŋ ˈfɔːrwərd] | to move something to an earlier time |
Other meanings
- to present an idea or suggestion
- to officially introduce or submit (e.g., a proposal)
- to carry something over (in accounting or planning)
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "bring forward"
- They brought forward the meeting to Monday.
- She brought forward a brilliant idea during the session.
- The deadline was brought forward due to the holiday.
- The balance was brought forward from last month.
Features of Using "bring forward"
Often used in scheduling, project management, and formal contexts.
Can be literal (moving a date/time) or figurative (presenting an idea).
Past tense: brought forward
Object can be placed between the verb and particle (separable).
Other phrasal verbs with the verb bring
bring up
to mention a topic in conversation
bring out
to make something noticeable or visible
bring about
to cause something to happen
bring in
to introduce or earn (something)
bring back
return something or someone to its earlier place or state
bring down
to reduce something
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