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
In 2014, while working for a school district in Gloucester, Massachusetts, he was suspended from the school and the state put his pending educator license on hold.
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Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
Ollie Watkins scored a third for England in the 87th minute to put the game to bed.
—Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 June 2026
This unforgettable game the Knicks played on Wednesday night put them one win away, a win that could come as early as Saturday night in San Antonio, one that would end a run for the ages.
—Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 11 June 2026
Across the fire that night Vic put an interesting question to me.
—Fred Bear, Outdoor Life, 11 June 2026
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Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
Ollie Watkins scored a third for England in the 87th minute to put the game to bed.
—Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 June 2026
This unforgettable game the Knicks played on Wednesday night put them one win away, a win that could come as early as Saturday night in San Antonio, one that would end a run for the ages.
—Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 11 June 2026
Across the fire that night Vic put an interesting question to me.
—Fred Bear, Outdoor Life, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for put
Verb
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The town is situated in Cornwall, one of Europe’s six ancient Celtic nations—communities shaped by common descent, traditions, culture, or language.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The property is situated on a lot spanning 6,500 square feet.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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In recent weeks, Bass has offered her own critical assessment of Raman, saying the councilmember struggled to work closely with others — even her own allies.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Then, the magic comes in the editing room, piecing together the story to say something bigger than one shot ever could.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
8 June 2026
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It’s estimated that there may have been as many as 10 million elk in North America at the time of European settlement.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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However, xGC estimates that even with Lionel Messi, their roster doesn’t quite contain the same threat as teams like France and Spain.—
Ethan Douglas,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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The design was simple yet imposing.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The proposal would require extensive recordkeeping and impose steep fines on repair shops, recyclers, pawn shops and secondhand dealers that traffic in undocumented airbags.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2026
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Most devices also come with the option to adjust color temperature.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
12 June 2026
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Suárez sees her development continuing with the Mercury, along with adjusting to playing her rookie season in the WNBA.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 June 2026
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The acquirers aren’t betting on which model wins.—
Bhaskar Chakravorti,
Fortune,
7 June 2026
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But the Patriots are betting on a slight bounce-back from Brown.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
7 June 2026
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While individual stars like Duran and Rivera have helped place the country on the sporting map, supporting ‘La Sele’ has quickly become the nation’s favourite pastime.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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The measure, placed on the ballot by the county Board of Supervisors, asks voters to support the sales tax increase to help stave off the effects of federal Medi-Cal cuts affecting county healthcare facilities.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
10 June 2026
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Many expressed indignation that a climate-friendly clothing brand would appear to go after a beloved climate activist.—
Brittany Peterson,
Fortune,
12 June 2026
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Another misleading piece, according to the lawsuit, is it’s expressed intent to eventually eliminate all non-school homestead property taxes, something DeSantis has said is his goal.—
Gray Rohrer,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2026
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“Put.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/put. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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