1.   I wanted to bring the matter to your attention.

2.   The matter was first brought to my attention earlier this year.

3.   I trust you will bring matters mentioned to the attention of your committee when they meet to discuss this application.

4.   When Vietnam got nasty, many bands were finally forced out of their apathy as it became apparent that things like conscription were bringing matters pretty close to home.

5.   These cases brought matters to a head.

6.   All are aware of the prevailing public sentiment that the matter should be brought to a close.

7.   Both sides expressed confidence they had their votes, but did not test those contentions by bringing the matter to a vote.

8.   But by agreeing to those facts that he does not dispute, he will allow us to narrow the issues and bring this matter to a close more quickly.

9.   But Daschle would have the power to bring any matter to the floor.

10.   But he seems to be trying hard now to bring matters to a conclusion.