Meaning of bring down in English

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Verb
bring down
Definitions
1. move something or somebody to a lower position
Examples
- « take down the vase from the shelf »
Antonyms
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2. cause the downfall of
Examples
- « of rulers »
- « The Czar was overthrown »
- « subvert the ruling class »
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3. impose something unpleasant
Examples
- « The principal visited his rage on the students »
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4. cause to come to the ground
Examples
- « the pilot managed to land the airplane safely »
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5. cause to be enthusiastic
Examples
- « Her playing brought down the house »
6. cut down on
Examples
- « make a reduction in »
- « reduce your daily fat intake »
- « The employer wants to cut back health benefits »
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