bring in
B1 neutral separable transitive
In simple words
to bring something into a place or start using it
Meanings
1 B1
idiomatic
neutral
to introduce a new law, system, or policy
"The government plans to bring in stricter safety rules."
"We will bring in a new law."
— Common political manifesto phrasing; no single secure citation recalled
Grammar: separable
2 B1
idiomatic
neutral
to earn or produce money
"Her online shop brings in enough to cover the rent."
"The film brought in millions on its opening weekend."
— Common entertainment news phrasing; no single secure citation recalled
Grammar: separable
3 B2
idiomatic
neutral
to ask someone to become involved, especially for their help or skills
"They brought in an outside consultant to review the project."
Grammar: separable
4 A2 neutral
to carry something or someone into a place
"Can you help me bring in the groceries?"
Grammar: separable
Usage notes
Very common in business, law, politics, and everyday speech. Typical objects include laws, money, experts, and furniture.
Commonly used with
law expert money income chair changes
Forms
Base
bring in
I/you/we/they
3rd person
brings in
he/she/it
Past simple
brought in
yesterday
Past participle
brought in
have + pp
-ing form
bringing in
continuous
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Synonyms
introduce earn generate involve carry in install
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