bring
verb (used with object)
to carry, convey, conduct, or cause (someone or something) to come with, to, or toward the speaker.
had brought
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past perfectof bring.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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But in Palangkaraya, residents have no choice but to continue trying to get by, said Zikri Yanto, who had brought his baby to the clinic.
From Barron's ● Oct. 15, 2026
In his statement in court, Francisco Texeira da Mota, representing Pinto, accepted that his client was "not a hero and not a saint" but said he had brought "advantages for society".
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026
Lamar had brought a bag of fresh blueberries to her mother’s appointment with Tan.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 23, 2026
As well as being left "exhausted" by the dispute, Ball said her victory had brought unexpected media coverage around the world.
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
Glenn had brought apples for all this morning, we didn’t know where from.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
