broached

/broʊtʃt/
verb
  1. Past tense of broach; brought up a topic for discussion.
    • He broached the subject carefully to avoid upsetting anyone.
    • They broached the plan for the new project at the meeting.
    • She broached the idea of a vacation during dinner.
  2. Past tense of broach; pierced or opened a container to draw out contents.
    • They broached the barrel of cider for the festival.
    • The bartender broached a fresh keg of beer.
    • He broached the oil drum with a special spigot.
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