trazer à tona
[trah-ZER ah TOH-nah]
verb phrase
to bring to light, to bring up, to surface, to reveal
1. To reveal or disclose something that was hidden, forgotten, or kept secret
The investigation brought to light new evidence.
A investigação trouxe à tona novas evidências.
2. To mention or discuss a topic that had not been discussed before
She brought up an important issue during the meeting.
Ela trouxe à tona uma questão importante durante a reunião.
3. To emerge or come to the surface (literally or figuratively)
The truth finally came to light after years of silence.
A verdade finalmente veio à tona depois de anos de silêncio.
NYC Slang
bring it up, spill the tea, dredge up
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