Understand that the phrase implies one event directly leads to another, often negative, consequence. Lack of education often brings poverty in its train.
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Idiomatic Use
Recognize it as an idiomatic expression typically used in more formal or literary contexts. A poor judgement may bring scandal in its train.
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Negative Associations
This phrase often accompanies discussions of adverse outcomes or events. Unchecked pollution brings environmental degradation in its train.