put up

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as in to store
to place somewhere for safekeeping or ready availability I need to clear out a space in the garage to put up my motorcycle for the winter

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Recent Examples of put up Powell, 19, didn’t put up spectacular statistics in his lone season with the Tar Heels, posting 7.4 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game, but his athleticism translates to tremendous upside. Janis Carr, Oc Register, 24 June 2025 Last season Hall put up impressive stats, recording 33 tackles — including 12 for loss — and four sacks. Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 June 2025 Behind Toppin, the Pacers saw Andrew Nembhard score 17 points, Pascal Siakam chip in with 16 points and 13 rebounds, Tyrese Haliburton score 14 points despite dealing with a calf strain, McConnell score 12, and Aaron Nesmith put up 10. Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025 In the calendar year 2024, the program to cover pregnant women cost a total of $16.6 million, with Connecticut contributing $5.8 million and the federal government putting up $10.8 million. Katy Golvala, Hartford Courant, 12 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for put up
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Verb
  • In addition to security, the state has enlisted the help of dozens of private companies to help erect a small grid of tents and trailers with on-site medical services, a kitchen and portable restrooms — where workers and detainees will be spending their days during the months ahead.
    Ana Ceballos, Miami Herald, 26 June 2025
  • The eastern half of the park contains two structures erected in 1936: a statue of Civil War General Philip Sheridan, and a memorial flagstaff and plaque honoring Colonel Ephraim Elmer Ellsworth, an officer with the New York Fire Zouaves during the Civil War.
    Liz Tracey, JSTOR Daily, 24 June 2025
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  • Certain regions of the city may also be more susceptible to extreme heat because of the urban heat island effect — when factors, including building materials and tree canopy cover, cause the environment to trap more heat.
    William Tong, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2025
  • The Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, a 1,000-megawatt facility built by Russia, has also been a focus of recent concern, Di Fulvio said.
    Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 21 June 2025
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  • In the prior week, Load sold only a little less than 200 copies, just before Metallica re-released it.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025
  • The series with its tragic tale of humans and demons, riveting sword fights, charming characters and comical scenes counts 150 million units sold in regards to manga.
    Denise Petski, Deadline, 28 June 2025
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  • It’s ethically made with organic oils and housed in paper, plastic-free packaging.
    Kristen Philipkoski, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • The space will also house two private suites, while a permanent Dior Lady Art installation will open later this year, showcasing contemporary creatives’ takes on the Lady Dior bags.
    Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 1 July 2025
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  • Earlier this week, police arrested several people accused of plotting to overthrow the government and banned entry into the country, without explanation, for several people from Croatia and a theater director from Montenegro.
    Jovana Gec, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2025
  • The dark comedy films, which also star Jason Bateman, Charlie Day, and Jason Sudeikis, follow friends who plot to murder their abusive bosses.
    Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 28 June 2025
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  • More than 3 million bottles are stored in the cave cellars, with another 20 million stored at the estate outside Épernay and 8 million at another satellite site.
    Rachel King, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025
  • Original price: $199.99 The Bay Isle Home Cerina Boho Natural Rattan Shoe Storage Cabinet features adjustable interior shelves for storing up to 12 pairs of shoes, as well as a convenient top drawer for small essentials, helping to keep your home tidy and chic.
    Nora Colomer may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 28 June 2025
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  • Eight steel lifting straps were used to put the hull upright and to form part of a steel wire lifting system that began raising the vessel out of the water Saturday.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 22 June 2025
  • Another raises the question of subsidence, which relates to the caving in or sinking of land.
    Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 June 2025
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  • The 430-piece set constructs two cherry blossom branches that can be displayed individually or combined with other sets for a larger bloom.
    Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 27 June 2025
  • As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 27 June 2025

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