Bring down

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verb

To cause something to decrease or become less.

The government is trying to bring down unemployment
Visual representation of "bring down" - To cause something to decrease or become less

Often appears as...

  • bring down costs
  • bring down prices
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Visual representation of "bring down"
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Economic Context

Used in discussions related to economies, like reducing costs or improving financial situations.

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These reforms aim to bring down operational expenses.
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Not Always Literal

The phrase can refer to intangible concepts, not just physical quantities.

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The announcement helped bring down public anxiety.
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