1
as in dismissing
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
he has the annoying habit of putting down others under the guise of offering constructive criticism
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2
as in recording
to make a written note of
we had the whole agreement put down on paper
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as in entering
to put (someone or something) on a list
put her down as one of the chaperones for the field trip
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as in sitting on
to put a stop to (something) by the use of force
a tyrant who ruthlessly put down uprisings
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as in attributing
to explain (something) as being the result of something else
a fender bender that probably can be put down to the young driver's inexperience
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as in eating
to take in as food
the husky youngster seemed to put down her own weight in food at one sitting
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Recent Examples of putting down
White said fire units from Riverside County, San Bernardino County and Ontario Fire have assisted in putting down the flames.
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Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
After popping up last summer in East Hampton, Camp Rubirosa — an outpost of the SoHo Italian eatery — returns to 31 Race Lane, putting down roots for the long haul.
—Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
While Athena eliminated Steel early, putting down the rest of her opponents was not an easy task.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
Many stayed, putting down roots that grew into multigenerational farming families who continue to shape the region’s dynamic food scene.
—Vivian Chung, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026
Attracted by two soccer teams putting down roots in Mission Valley, local futbol fans looked to serenade a local goal-scorer or two.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
One pet parent shopper shared how within one hour of putting down this quilt, their muddy dog got all over it.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
Earlier this year, former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz reportedly picked up a $44 million penthouse there, adding his name to a growing list of high-profile owners putting down roots in South Florida.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 May 2026
For too many, the price of shelter already takes up the vast majority of income before raising a family and putting down roots even becomes a possibility.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
After popping up last summer in East Hampton, Camp Rubirosa — an outpost of the SoHo Italian eatery — returns to 31 Race Lane, putting down roots for the long haul.
—Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
While Athena eliminated Steel early, putting down the rest of her opponents was not an easy task.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
Many stayed, putting down roots that grew into multigenerational farming families who continue to shape the region’s dynamic food scene.
—Vivian Chung, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026
Attracted by two soccer teams putting down roots in Mission Valley, local futbol fans looked to serenade a local goal-scorer or two.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
One pet parent shopper shared how within one hour of putting down this quilt, their muddy dog got all over it.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
Earlier this year, former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz reportedly picked up a $44 million penthouse there, adding his name to a growing list of high-profile owners putting down roots in South Florida.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 May 2026
For too many, the price of shelter already takes up the vast majority of income before raising a family and putting down roots even becomes a possibility.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for putting down
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The Browns entered the offseason looking for a replacement after dismissing Kevin Stefanski, and Schwartz quickly emerged as a leading candidate after overseeing one of the NFL's top defenses.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
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On May 20, an $850,000 settlement was reached in the case in exchange for dismissing the complaint, according to a news release by Terr’s organization FIRE, which represented Bushart.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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Alonzo Adams / Imagn Images Wembanyama had his worst game of the series, recording only 20 points, six rebounds and one assist on 4-of-15 shooting.—
Tim Rohan,
NBC news,
27 May 2026
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Arraez has been crafty on the base paths, recording four steals on four attempts.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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There are legitimate concerns with entering into those conversations early, though.—
Antonio Morales,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Any people entering from Congo under emergency circumstances will be taken into mandatory self-isolation for 21 days.—
Rodney Muhumuza,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2026
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No definitive cause was reported, though the Tribune ran one story attributing the explosion to a static spark lighting the highly flammable hydrogen gas.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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The Virginia house of burgesses voted to thank him and the militia for their service, with the lawmakers attributing the defeat to the failure of the other colonies to come to Virginia’s aid.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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Cats become infected by eating raw meat, birds, mice or contaminated soil, and only cats that are actively shedding parasites in their stool can spread it.—
Dr. Megan Yanny,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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Now regaled to one wall, the kitchen boasts even more counter space, as well as overhead cabinetry and an adjacent eating nook.—
Nicolas Milon,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2026
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As with minimizing soil disturbance, this, too, helps tremendously with controlling erosion, increasing the carbon content of soil and conserving moisture.—
Special to The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
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Ambush hunting enables energy conservation while minimizing the risks associated with pursuit; remaining motionless in water for hours also costs comparatively little.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Lula, on track for reelection in October polls, vowed to stem deforestation after logging soared under his rightist predecessor, who sought to curry favor with Brazil’s powerful farming firms.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
1 June 2026
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Star winger Matthew Tkachuk played for the United States, logging seven points (four goals, three assists) in five games.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
1 June 2026
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Former Charlotte Hornets star Nicolas Batum is selling his longtime Lake Norman mansion for $6 million, the property’s listing agent with Premier Sotheby’s International Realty said Friday.—
Joe Marusak
May 30,
Charlotte Observer,
30 May 2026
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Write an accurate job listing 2.—
Audrey Payne,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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