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C.bring.under control系动词短语,固定搭配.把...控制住.
他们化了一周的时间才把森林大火控制住.
some other examples of the usage
1to cause to happen or occur to (oneself or another)
to bring disrespect on oneself
2to cause to happen as a consequence
responsibility brings maturity
3to cause to come to mind
it brought back memories
4to cause to be in a certain state,position,etc
the punch brought him to his knees
5to force,persuade,or make (oneself)
I couldn't bring myself to do it
6to sell for; fetch
the painting brought 20 pounds
7to institute (proceedings,charges,etc).to put (evidence,etc) before a tribunal