Bring forward Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To reschedule something so that it happens earlier than originally planned, or to present a proposal or idea for discussion.
Usage & Nuances
Used formally or in business to talk about meetings or deadlines being moved to an earlier time, or when submitting ideas for discussion. 'Bring forward' is not used for moving people forward physically. Common mistake: confusing with 'push back', which means to delay.
Example Sentences
Can we bring forward the meeting to Monday?
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They decided to bring forward the deadline.
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Please bring forward your ideas at the meeting.
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Due to bad weather, they had to bring forward the football match.
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If you have any suggestions, feel free to bring them forward.
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We're trying to bring forward the project launch so we can beat our competitors.
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