Bring in

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Definition

To introduce someone/something, or to earn/generate something (like income)

Example sentence
They brought in a new consultant to help the team.
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bring in new employees

bring in a consultant

bring in more money

bring in income

bring in new rules

Separable usage
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The company brought in a lot of new clients. ✅ (Correct)
The company brought a lot of new clients in. ✅ (Correct