1
as in situates
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 says
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
tried to think of a good way of putting the news
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as in makes
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 imposes
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
a proposal to put a special tax on luxuries
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as in adjusts
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 puts
As advertisers trim spend and Trump puts late night in his crosshairs, the costs of these TV programs are coming under the microscope.
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Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
Whether that puts your eyes onto your career and public image, your personal connections, or even a new hobby or interest, let this encourage you to lead full force in that direction with vulnerability and inspiration.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
Bolding responds as his daughter takes a step back and puts a hand over her mouth.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Forbes often puts the actress on the list for Most Paid Actresses.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 1 Oct. 2025
The Chiefs added to the degree of difficulty for this season by losing the opener to the Chargers — which puts their streak of nine consecutive AFC West titles at greater risk.
—Jesse Newell, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
The move puts Peacock front and center in the dating space with Married At First Sight joining Love Island and its various spinoffs on the service.
—Peter White, Deadline, 1 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, the state's Department of Public Health puts its own moderation messages on buses and billboards.
—Karen Brown, NPR, 30 Sep. 2025
The staff at the Park Hyatt Tokyo is what puts the property at the top of the game, including some who have been around for decades.
—Yukari Sakamoto, AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025
Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
Whether that puts your eyes onto your career and public image, your personal connections, or even a new hobby or interest, let this encourage you to lead full force in that direction with vulnerability and inspiration.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
Bolding responds as his daughter takes a step back and puts a hand over her mouth.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Forbes often puts the actress on the list for Most Paid Actresses.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 1 Oct. 2025
The Chiefs added to the degree of difficulty for this season by losing the opener to the Chargers — which puts their streak of nine consecutive AFC West titles at greater risk.
—Jesse Newell, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
The move puts Peacock front and center in the dating space with Married At First Sight joining Love Island and its various spinoffs on the service.
—Peter White, Deadline, 1 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, the state's Department of Public Health puts its own moderation messages on buses and billboards.
—Karen Brown, NPR, 30 Sep. 2025
The staff at the Park Hyatt Tokyo is what puts the property at the top of the game, including some who have been around for decades.
—Yukari Sakamoto, AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for puts
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Director Colleen Thurston skillfully situates deeply personal storytelling within a historical framework detailing the intentional efforts to displace people from their native lands.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
28 Sep. 2025
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Kepler further situates its progress within China’s broader push in robotics, stating that domestic innovators have emerged as significant contributors to industry growth and that K2 aims to translate technology upgrades into practical, multi-scenario operations.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Sep. 2025
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History says that negotiating process ahead isn't likely to be easy.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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However, this year, the full moon will be in early October, EarthSky says.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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The onslaught of lefties, in many ways, makes more sense against these Phillies.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
4 Oct. 2025
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As the first Four Seasons on Florida’s Gulf Coast, the resort makes its grand entrance just in time for the vibrant cultural season, including art exhibits and performances at Artis — Naples and the Naples Winter Wine Festival in January.—
Angela Caraway-Carlton,
Miami Herald,
4 Oct. 2025
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The bill then imposes strict bail guidelines for those who have previously been convicted of violent offenses, and even for first-time offenders.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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The board's removal order imposes daily civil penalties of $998 for each day Guevara hasn’t left the country.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
25 Sep. 2025
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The measure, typically announced each October, adjusts the benefits Social Security recipients earn to counteract the effects of inflation.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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While Matt adjusts to life with his daughter and grandchildren underfoot, his shop becomes a hub of comedy and camaraderie with employees like Stitch (Daryl Mitchell) and Gabriel (Seann William Scott).—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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Told no at every turn, Stallone bets everything on himself, holding the line on playing the lead against seemingly impossible odds.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Philadelphia’s pass-rush philosophy places a high emphasis on their investments along the interior, including Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis, but the lack of hard data for edge rushers at this point remains notable.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Tanning, however, places herself at the center.—
Sally Jane Brown,
The Conversation,
29 Sep. 2025
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Lessing expresses no regret or agony at her childhood actions, or at what happens next.—
Rebecca van Laer
September 30,
Literary Hub,
30 Sep. 2025
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Jay expresses his discontentment.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Puts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puts. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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