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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4
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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5
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
Such a start to his NFL career put him on a list with Hall of Famers Jerry Rice, Randy Moss and Isaac Bruce as receivers with the most yards through their first three seasons.
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Miami Herald, 4 Oct. 2025
More than a hunky bar owner with a heart of gold, Sam Merlotte held a shapeshifting secret that often put him in the thick of True Blood's supernatural shenanigans.
—Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Oct. 2025
He was enthralled to discover how the legendary couturier translated very severe and austere lines into light and supple garments, meticulously choosing the right fabrics and putting air between them and the wearer.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2025
Instead of focusing on the weeds, put your efforts toward improving the overall health of your lawn.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2025
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Miami Herald, 4 Oct. 2025
More than a hunky bar owner with a heart of gold, Sam Merlotte held a shapeshifting secret that often put him in the thick of True Blood's supernatural shenanigans.
—Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Oct. 2025
He was enthralled to discover how the legendary couturier translated very severe and austere lines into light and supple garments, meticulously choosing the right fabrics and putting air between them and the wearer.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2025
Instead of focusing on the weeds, put your efforts toward improving the overall health of your lawn.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for put
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The epicenter was situated approximately 2 miles southeast of Warner Springs, at a depth of 11 miles.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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The area where the attack occurred is dominated by a majority-Jewish neighborhood situated right next to a majority-Muslim neighborhood.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Oct. 2025
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An Elanco spokesperson said the company will add public amenities next to the headquarters that neighbors can enjoy, such as a waterfront trail.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
2 Oct. 2025
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Education Department spokeswoman Rachel Starks said the total number of student awards listed in the report is not final.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Oct. 2025
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The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office on Tuesday estimated that a shutdown could furlough roughly 750,000 federal workers each day, depriving them of about $400 million in wages daily.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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Researchers estimate that advances in screening account for about one-quarter of the drop in breast cancer deaths, while improved treatments are responsible for the other three-quarters.—
Dr. Noor Shaik,
ABC News,
1 Oct. 2025
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Combs begs for mercy Combs addressed the court before Judge Subramanian imposed his sentence, pleading for a second chance.—
Nicki Brown,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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Judge Arun Subramanian also requested the court impose five years of supervised release and for Diddy to pay a $500,000 fine.—
Tracy Wright , Lauryn Overhultz , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Some models also feature adaptive noise cancellation to adjust ANC levels and ambient modes to allow specific sounds through, which helps noise control across different environments.—
Jackie Cucco,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Oct. 2025
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Regardless, passengers will be able to control and adjust those settings, the spokesperson said.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
2 Oct. 2025
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Sports betting operators have no influence over newsroom coverage.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Sep. 2025
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With Matthew Tkachuk already out until December, Barkov’s erasure has seen Florida dropped from near the top of betting odds to all the way to seventh at DraftKings.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
28 Sep. 2025
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Ryan Blaney and Elliott are placed first and second in the standings, followed by Kyle Larson in third.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Utah placed certain limits on therapy chatbots, including requiring them to protect users’ health information and to clearly disclose that the chatbot isn’t human.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
1 Oct. 2025
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On Bosnia-Herzegovina, Vučić has also backtracked, expressing support for long-time Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik – who has been barred from office by the country’s constitutional court, but defies that ruling.—
Hanna Begić,
The Conversation,
29 Sep. 2025
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But while Lamar has mostly used his art to express his sentiments, Bad Bunny has been more overt about his dissatisfaction with the current administration.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN Money,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Put.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/put. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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