bring down

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see bring, down.

To make (a ruler or government) lose their position of power.

To reduce.

To humble.

To make (something, especially something flying) fall to the ground, usually by firing a weapon of some kind.

To cause (an opponent) to fall after a tackle.

To make (someone) feel bad emotionally.

To cause to fall down, e.g. in an accident.

To take (someone) to prison.

To receive a prison sentence.