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Definition |
to produce positive results, achieve
something valuable |
Examples |
1) After years of research, their efforts finally
bore fruit and they discovered a cure for the disease.
2) We're hoping that our new marketing campaign will
bear fruit and increase our sales. |
Etymology |
The use of "bear fruit" as a metaphorical
expression can be found in biblical and agricultural contexts. |
Synonyms |
yield results, reap rewards, generate
outcomes |
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