1
as in to situate
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 to say
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
tried to think of a good way of putting the news
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3
as in to estimate
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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4
as in to impose
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
a proposal to put a special tax on luxuries
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as in to adjust
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 put
Later that day, things went further downhill when Erin and Brynn put Erin’s husband, Abe, on speakerphone as a joke.
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As Told To Lindy Segal, Glamour, 29 Jan. 2025
New research has validated that prediction and put meat on its bones.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2025
Avoid putting shade-loving plants alongside sun-loving varieties that need six or more hours of direct sunlight a day.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2025
Readying For The Next Wave No doubt, there will be many who put and keep mediocre AI tools on the market.
—Peter Guagenti, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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As Told To Lindy Segal, Glamour, 29 Jan. 2025
New research has validated that prediction and put meat on its bones.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2025
Avoid putting shade-loving plants alongside sun-loving varieties that need six or more hours of direct sunlight a day.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2025
Readying For The Next Wave No doubt, there will be many who put and keep mediocre AI tools on the market.
—Peter Guagenti, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for put
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Built in 2018 and situated on a 1.3-acre lot, the brick house has 5 ½ bathrooms and two fireplaces, according to public records.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2025
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The idea is that both parts of the business will be better situated for growth on their own, including M&A on either the merger or acquisition side.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
27 Jan. 2025
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Timothy Lilley, the father of American Airlines pilot Sam Lilley, says his son was planning for his wedding before this week’s fatal plane crash in Washington, D.C.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
1 Feb. 2025
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Authorities say fentanyl can be sold as pills with some online dealers claiming the pills are Xanax, Percocet and Oxycodone.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacramento Bee,
1 Feb. 2025
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By 2035 it’s estimated there will be more Americans aged 65 and over than 18 and younger.—
Letters to the editor,
Orlando Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2025
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Liberty Mutual Insurance estimates that the U.S. Healthcare and Social Assistance industry loses nearly $6.2 billion per year due to serious, nonfatal workplace injuries, 34% of which are due to overexertion of handling objects and awkward postures.—
Borislav "Bobby" Marinov,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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The United States has imposed tough restrictions that are designed to prevent Chinese firms from buying or building their own cutting-edge computer chips required to train AI models.—
Matt Egan,
CNN,
28 Jan. 2025
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This would subject them to new restrictions that the regulator can impose under the DMCC to prevent anti-competitive behavior.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
28 Jan. 2025
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In a similar case reported by Newsweek, a dog owner adjusted their pet's routine after a neighbor continuously avoided the area due to safety concerns.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
2 Feb. 2025
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However, the premise was adjusted slightly after Josh, 44, filed for divorce from Christina in July 2024.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
2 Feb. 2025
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Big game betting on sides, totals, moneylines and popular prop bets is driving the action at the leading online sportsbooks.—
Jay Ginsbach,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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The Leafs might just bet that his scoring touch will return, too.—
Jonas Siegel,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Trump declared an economic emergency in order to place duties of 10% on all imports from China and 25% on imports from Mexico and Canada.—
Christopher Sherman,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Feb. 2025
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The agency says that nearly 6,000 ICE detainers have been placed on individuals.—
Stepheny Price,
Fox News,
2 Feb. 2025
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The discussion will explore how these photographers use fashion as a powerful lens to express cultural identity, heritage, and transformation.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
29 Jan. 2025
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Now, Hello! has reported that the episodes were postponed after the duchess expressed her desire to concentrate on the needs of those affected by the wildfires in her home state of California.—
Isaac Bickerstaff,
Glamour,
29 Jan. 2025
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“Put.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/put. Accessed 5 Feb. 2025.
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