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as in situates
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
you can put this box next to the bookshelf
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2
as in says
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
tried to think of a good way of putting the news
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as in makes
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
put the time of the photograph at about noon
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as in imposes
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
a proposal to put a special tax on luxuries
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as in adjusts
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
put the words of his patriotic poem to the tune of a well-known drinking song
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Recent Examples of puts
As Princess puts it, if a family of four is booking one stateroom, the kids sail free.
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Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
But some of his behavior bears the hallmarks of emotional abuse, which puts this in a different category.
—R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2025
Mitigating the risk is critical, which puts password practices in the spotlight.
—Mike Wilson, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
This model has the ability to bring great value to patients and puts more accountability on healthcare providers to deliver valuable outcomes more than ever before.
—Zameer Rizvi, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Hughes says the study puts the political attention on this group into perspective.
—Selena Simmons-Duffin, NPR, 6 Jan. 2025
McBride’s injury puts a spotlight on Tyler Kolek The Knicks selected Dadiet with the 25th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft because of his potential as a versatile two-way wing who can shoot the ball and flashes the ability to defend multiple positions.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
Pricing is something little is known about apart from some fairly horrific figures from the rumor mill recently that puts the RTX 5090 at $2,000-$2,500.
—Antony Leather, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
That mark puts the Pistons firmly in the mix for a Play-In Tournament spot in the Eastern Conference and just two and a half games back of a top-six seed.
—Hunter Patterson, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
But some of his behavior bears the hallmarks of emotional abuse, which puts this in a different category.
—R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2025
Mitigating the risk is critical, which puts password practices in the spotlight.
—Mike Wilson, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
This model has the ability to bring great value to patients and puts more accountability on healthcare providers to deliver valuable outcomes more than ever before.
—Zameer Rizvi, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Hughes says the study puts the political attention on this group into perspective.
—Selena Simmons-Duffin, NPR, 6 Jan. 2025
McBride’s injury puts a spotlight on Tyler Kolek The Knicks selected Dadiet with the 25th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft because of his potential as a versatile two-way wing who can shoot the ball and flashes the ability to defend multiple positions.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
Pricing is something little is known about apart from some fairly horrific figures from the rumor mill recently that puts the RTX 5090 at $2,000-$2,500.
—Antony Leather, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
That mark puts the Pistons firmly in the mix for a Play-In Tournament spot in the Eastern Conference and just two and a half games back of a top-six seed.
—Hunter Patterson, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for puts
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By exchanging intelligence about dangers and innovative security advances, communication makes preparedness possible.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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When Helen finds herself in danger, Reed summons her former work partner, Sam (Ben Whishaw), and his pairing with Helen is, for me at least, what makes the show so fun.—
Sophie Gilbert,
The Atlantic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Printing money is politically expedient, but imposes a hidden cost on savers.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
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By rejecting the shame society imposes on survivors, Gisèle has inspired others to speak out and demand change.—
Chloe Laws,
Glamour,
19 Dec. 2024
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At least in the short run, this diluting might potentially have negative effects on the price per share as the market adjusts to the extra shares.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Keep Original Shape is another setting that adjusts how much AI can modify a design’s original shape that’s been created in Art Text.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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Between this past Saturday and the New Year, AAA estimates that about 1,077,918 Nutmeggers — nearly 30% of the population — will travel more than 50 miles for the holidays.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
24 Dec. 2024
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The street estimates the average revenue growth rate to be in the high-teens over the next few years.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Regular assessment of system performance, collection of user feedback and identification of optimization areas can help ensure the ERP consistently delivers value and adapts to evolving operational requirements.—
Cory McNeley,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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This woefully misunderstood chick flick adapts seasonal George Michael lyrics into a bizarre romance.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
25 Dec. 2024
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Lee Jung-jae says his measure of success for his own performance is telegraphing the complex morality of his character, as Gi-hun constantly calculates the correctness of his choices.—
Chad de Guzman,
TIME,
20 Dec. 2024
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For example, if multiple VCs have invested in the same company at different stages, the model calculates a score for each VC based on their specific investment and level of participation.—
TrueBridge Capital,
Forbes,
12 Dec. 2024
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With a solid gang, Mufasa conforms to a typical journey of misfits.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
17 Dec. 2024
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This shoe stretches and conforms to your foot with wear.—
Nora Colomer,
Fox News,
21 Nov. 2024
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In the daylight, a Mavic reconnaissance quadcopter locates a target and drops a miniature radio beacon on it.—
David Hambling,
Forbes,
29 Nov. 2024
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The first such event raised $15,000 for Arkansas tornado relief; this year's beneficiary is The Van, which locates and assists homeless Arkansans.—
Eric E. Harrison,
arkansasonline.com,
12 Oct. 2024
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“Puts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puts. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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