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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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
The person that puts pressure on everyone around them to work harder, be about the right things.
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Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 16 Apr. 2026
Half a mile from both Piedmont Park and the High Museum of Art, this hotel puts guests at the center of the city, while offering elegant rooms and suites with striking views and a light, airy palette.
—Ellie Nan Storck, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
Trae Young — now long gone from Atlanta, in basketball witness protection with the Wizards — came into the Garden for the opening game of that one, put 27 on Tom Thibodeau’s team, the Hawks won easily and, in a blink, those Knicks were gone in five.
—Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 16 Apr. 2026
Four times in our careers people have come in with a clear view from outside and put us on the right path.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 16 Apr. 2026
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Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 16 Apr. 2026
Half a mile from both Piedmont Park and the High Museum of Art, this hotel puts guests at the center of the city, while offering elegant rooms and suites with striking views and a light, airy palette.
—Ellie Nan Storck, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
Trae Young — now long gone from Atlanta, in basketball witness protection with the Wizards — came into the Garden for the opening game of that one, put 27 on Tom Thibodeau’s team, the Hawks won easily and, in a blink, those Knicks were gone in five.
—Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 16 Apr. 2026
Four times in our careers people have come in with a clear view from outside and put us on the right path.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 16 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for put
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It is largely situated between the Garnett and Five Points MARTA stations.—
Monique John,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The latter, situated on the famous Promenade de la Croisette, is a major VIP hub for celebrities and executives during the festival.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
15 Apr. 2026
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Horwitz says the funds could increase teacher pay by as much as 5%, but they will also be used to provide more specialists and smaller class sizes.—
Chierstin Roth,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Bartek, who rents three-quarters of his land, said landowners are increasing rents, causing further financial strain.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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The blockade is estimated to cost Iran approximately $435 million a day in combined economic damage, Maleki estimates.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
15 Apr. 2026
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Researchers had to estimate exposure to fluoride based on where participants lived.—
Youri Benadjaoud,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
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New York parents and advocates descended on City Hall Thursday to plead with Mayor Mamdani to break with his schools chancellor and impose a two-year moratorium on artificial intelligence in the classroom.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Several companies and associations involved in the international trade of art and antiquities weighed in before today’s deadline for comment, calling for works of art to be exempt from any tariffs that might be imposed as a result of Greer’s investigation.—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
16 Apr. 2026
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This flexible holder attaches easily to your seatback tray table and adjusts to multiple angles, allowing for hands-free viewing without craning your neck.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
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The top is designed with horizontal pleated detailing and cap sleeves, while the bottoms offer a simple, wide-leg silhouette with side pockets and a drawstring to adjust the fit to your liking.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2026
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Republicans are betting that a shift back to economic messaging after weeks of war in Iran will help reset the political landscape ahead of the midterm elections.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Apr. 2026
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Instead of betting everything on one approach, companies are spreading their bets across multiple technologies.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
12 Apr. 2026
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Despite being placed on leave in December 2023, Josett allegedly used the cameras to find his mistress' new boyfriend's address in June 2024.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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More than a dozen millennials gathered in a brownstone apartment in Brooklyn and placed their phones in a metal colander before two hours of reading, drawing and conversation — anything but staring at screens.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The trade to Atlanta came after Reese expressed frustration late last season, with Chicago on the way to a 10-34 finish.—
Charles Odum,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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Opposition politicians expressed disbelief that Starmer could have been unaware Mandelson had failed security vetting.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Put.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/put. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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