bring upon

Example Sentences

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The vast vast majority of illnesses, people do not bring upon themselves.

From Salon • Sep. 9, 2023

I knew what misery I should bring upon the country by leaving the Basutos to ravage the Boer places, and therefore I have agreed to the proposal of Mr. J. P. Hoffman.

From Textbooks • Dec. 14, 2022

“To complain would be only to bring upon themselves another storm of abuse and fury,” she wrote.

From The Guardian • Apr. 9, 2019

Not surprisingly, the 2019 requirements will bring upon dramatic changes to the look and function of California homes.

From Slate • Dec. 7, 2018

Pray you, Captain Dauntrees," said the publican, with a hurried concern, "think what hurt thy jest may bring upon me.

From Rob of the Bowl, Vol. I (of 2) A Legend of St. Inigoe's by Kennedy, John P.