brought to mind
Example Sentences
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England's first steps in this World Cup were hesitant and uncertain – but when they hit their stride it brought to mind that word again.
From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026
Further, the juxtaposition of the idealized Norman Rockwellesque holiday feast brought to mind by the image’s Christmas decor and the reality of the restaurant’s affordable but less heartfelt meal introduces a melancholy air.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025
Yesterday’s instructions, along with Tuesday’s closing arguments brought to mind two lines from songwriter Dan Wilson’s pop classic, “Closing Time.”
From Salon • May 30, 2024
Wilson’s fumbles helped Arizona cut an early 14-0 Seattle lead to 14-10 late in the first half, which brought to mind the blown 12-0 lead in a loss at Indianapolis two weeks earlier.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 24, 2023
Ginika was much thinner, half her old size, and her head looked bigger, balanced on a long neck that brought to mind a vague, exotic animal.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
