brings, brought, bringing
to bring back
phrasal verbE
To return something to its original place or condition
- 1She decided to bring back the book to the library.
- 2They plan to bring back the old traditions.
To bring back means to take something back to where it was before. For example, if you borrow a book from a friend, you need to bring it back to them when you are finished. It's like returning something to its original place or condition.
Remember, "bring back" is used for physical objects. For ideas or memories, we use "recall" or "reminisce." So, bring back that book, but recall that fun vacation!
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in a legal office
The Missing Document
Richard
Melissa, I found the file you were looking for.
Melissa
Great! Can you bring back the original copy to the archives?
Richard
Sure, I'll take care of it right away.
Melissa
Thanks, Richard. It's important to keep everything in order.
during lunch break
The Forgotten Lunchbox
Linda
Hey Amanda, I think you forgot your lunchbox on the table.
Amanda
Oh no, I did! I'll bring it back to my locker after lunch.
Linda
Good idea, you don't want to leave it there.
Amanda
Thanks for reminding me, Linda.
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Similar to "to bring back":
- 1restore
- 2return
