English / phrasal verb
bring on
MEANING IN ENGLISH
To cause something unpleasant or stressful to happen or develop.
In context
01
Prolonged microgravity exposure can bring on significant loss of bone and muscle density.
02
Sudden atmospheric re-entry friction can bring on extreme thermal stress on the heat shield.
Synonyms
cause,induce,precipitate
Antonyms
prevent,avert,halt
Collocations
bring on stress,bring on symptoms,bring on a crisis