Brought forward

Meaning

The idiom "brought forward" means to present or introduce something earlier than planned or expected, often due to unexpected circumstances or other factors that require immediate attention. It can also refer to bringing something to the forefront of attention or discussion, as in highlighting an important issue.

Usage

• Due to the financial crisis, the company was forced to bring forward its plans for cost-cutting measures.
• The unexpected death of a key member of the team brought their project timeline forward by several weeks.
• The news about the upcoming election has brought forward discussions about political issues.
• My boss decided to bring forward my promotion due to my excellent performance in recent projects.
• The pandemic has forced many businesses to bring forward their plans for digital transformation.

Roots and History

The idiom "brought forward" has been used in English since at least the 16th century, with its earliest known uses being related to legal proceedings. In contemporary language, it is often used to describe situations where something needs to be addressed or dealt with immediately. The usage of the idiom has remained relatively consistent over time, but its context may vary depending on the specific situation being discussed.

Synonyms in EnglishSome synonyms for "brought forward" include "advanced," "expedited," "pushed forward," and "prompted."

Synonyms in other languages

• French: "avancé"
• Spanish: "avanzado"
• German: "vorangetrieben"
• Italian: "avanzato"
• Chinese: "推进的"

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