put the lid on

phrase

1

: to bring an end to (something)

The new official vowed that he would put the lid on violence once and for all.

2

chiefly British : to spoil (plans)

The rain has really put the lid on our holiday plans.

Examples of put the lid on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Just dump, put the lid on, and wait for the slow cooker magic to happen. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026

Once pan is hot, add the mussels and wine and put the lid on. — Rebekah Evans, theweek, 19 Sep. 2024

Let stand until cool, then put the lid on and put the jar in the fridge. — Melissa Gray, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2023

Just make sure to put the lid on tightly and give it a good shake. — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 7 Apr. 2023

Once the water starts to boil, lower the heat to a simmer and put the lid on the pot. — Barbara Bellesi Zito, Peoplemag, 2 Mar. 2023

When the coals are white-gray with ash, pour them into charcoal grate, adding more charcoal if necessary, and put the lid on the grill, making sure the air vents are open all the way. — Ann Maloney, Washington Post, 26 July 2022

Once boiling, stir the rice, put the lid on and turn the heat down. — Lauren Corona, chicagotribune.com, 21 Mar. 2021

Fill it up, put the lid on, throw it in your bag and go anywhere with it. — Elizabeth Wallace, CNN Underscored, 13 Aug. 2020

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