What is another word for brings to ground?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈɪŋz tə ɡɹˈa͡ʊnd] (IPA) 
The phrase "brings to ground" refers to the act of putting someone or something down, usually in a figurative sense. Synonyms for this phrase include "brings down," "demotes," "reduces," "humbles," and "subdues." Other possible synonyms include "slows down," "puts an end to," "stops in its tracks," and "puts a lid on." Depending on the context, additional synonyms may include "thwarts," "sabotages," "ousts," "deposes," or "dethrones." The choice of synonym will often depend on the writer's intended tone and the specific situation being described, but all of these words convey some form of negative consequence for the subject in question.
