bring (someone or something) into action
bring (someone or something) into action
To cause something to happen; to entice someone into doing something. Thankfully, the mechanic was able to bring my car into action again. The protestors hope that their demonstrations will bring our elected officials into action.
See also: action, bring
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
bring someone or something into action
to activate someone or something; to cause someone or something to function as intended. The threats brought the police into action. A kick in the side brought the television set into action.
See also: action, bring
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
- (I) wouldn't (do something) if I were you
- (someone or something) promises well
- (there's) no fear of (something)
- a fast talker
- a/the feel of (something)
- (have) got something going (with someone)
- a straw will show which way the wind blows
- accompanied by
- accompanied by (someone or something)
- accompany