bring forward

verb(tr, adverb)

to present or introduce (a subject) for discussion
accounting to transfer (a figure representing the sum of the figures on a page or in a column) to the top of the next page or column

to move to an earlier time or date: the kickoff has been brought forward to 2 p.m.

Words Nearby bring forward

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How to use bring forward in a sentence

When they do, they bring forward not only the ideas of the past, but also the personalities and the quarrels of the past.
Why Democrats Don't Want Hillary for 2016 | David Frum | April 1, 2013 | THE DAILY BEAST
What ideas does this columnist bring forward to change this material equation?
What Roger Cohen Gets Wrong | Yousef Munayyer | March 5, 2013 | THE DAILY BEAST
But a senior White House aide tells Richard Wolffe, "the time was right to bring forward his departure."
Jones Was Pushed | Richard Wolffe | October 8, 2010 | THE DAILY BEAST
"Tell Dan to bring forward the whole troop at full gallop," shouted Lawrence.
The Courier of the Ozarks | Byron A. Dunn
Shaded wool—Knit one row plain; next row bring forward, and take two together to the end.
The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness | Florence Hartley

Knit and pearl alternately four rows, so that there may be two of each; then bring forward and take two together an entire row.
The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness | Florence Hartley
Besides, let it once more be observed that we are not at liberty to bring forward such accusations without proofs.
A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 1 (of 10) | Franois-Marie Arouet (AKA Voltaire)
"Well, but we have plain facts to bring forward too," said Richard Gibbs, with anxious earnestness.
A Charming Fellow, Volume II (of 3) | Frances Eleanor Trollope

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