bring (something) to life

idiom

: to make (something) very interesting, appealing, or exciting
She brings history to life with her books.

Examples of bring (something) to life in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The business scenarios, voiced by actors, bring to life the experiences of corporate leaders like former Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh, who died in 2020, and his team, making the learning experience truly immersive and relevant. Doc Louallen, ABC News, 20 May 2024 The singer and actress joins a cast that includes Haley Bennett, Elyas M’Barek and Timothy Spall, who will bring to life the 1919 novel revolving around the daily lives and romances of two women. Aaron Couch, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 May 2024 This show will bring to life the music of the artists community, Laurel Canyon, in Los Angeles, known for housing and inspiring the sounds of groups from the 60s and 70s. The San Diego Union-Tribune Staff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2024 The atmospheric energy of the record helps bring to life the intimacy-sourced escapism the pair croon about across Lido’s production. Michael Saponara, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2024 Starring in the film opposite Kirsten Dunst, the 25-year-old Missouri native spent months dodging flash blanks and learning tactical maneuvers from Navy SEALs to bring to life Garland’s vision of an America riven by violent internal conflict. Elaina Patton, Vogue, 12 Apr. 2024 The nominated song, which Gosling will bring to life onstage, was written by Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt. Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 10 Mar. 2024 The cyclical way parents take care of their children and, later in life, children take care of their parents is such a fascinating dynamic to bring to life onstage. Emlyn Travis, EW.com, 4 Oct. 2023 Colorful miniatures bring to life thousands of workers, performers, spectators and animals. Valeriya Safronova, New York Times, 14 Mar. 2024

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“Bring (something) to life.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bring%20%28something%29%20to%20life. Accessed 31 May. 2024.

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