“put it”

The following 5 entries include the term put it.

I wouldn't put it past (someone)

phrase

used to say that one would not be surprised if someone did something bad

put it about

phrase

: to tell many people about something

put it there

phrase

used to invite someone to shake hands

to put it mildly

phrase

used to say that a statement is actually an understatement and that the thing referred to is actually larger, more important, more serious, etc.

to put it politely

phrase

used to indicate that one is saying something in a way that shows good manners


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