put before

verb

put before; putting before; puts before

: to ask (a person or group) to make a decision about (something)

The problem of downtown parking was put before the mayor/council.

We should put this question before the voters.

Examples of put before in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Earlier this month, a judge said the entire mess was too misleading to put before voters. — Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Aug. 2026

Critics say finances are being put before the best interests of the game. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 29 July 2026

After the finding against him, McGregor appealed the decision of the civil jury on the grounds that his lawyers believed his answers to police during interviews should not have been put before the jury. — Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 11 July 2026

In areas already struggling with drought, such as Utah, many residents fear the needs of data centers will be put before their own. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 6 July 2026

Rhymes for put before

• albacore
• alongshore
• antiwar
• anymore
• carnivore
• commodore
• dinosaur
• evermore
• furthermore
• guarantor
• herbivore
• heretofore