puts across

Definition of puts acrossnext
present tense third-person singular of put across

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Verb
  • Ismailova’s dreamlike narrative vividly conveys an interconnected human-forest assemblage, rooted in local beliefs, intergenerational stewardship, and foraging practices increasingly strained by the climate crisis and global economic pressures.
    Anel Rakhimzhanova, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026
  • Sporting a sophisticated color-block border and a discreet front placket that’s hiding buttonholes, the estate curtain conveys sophistication through its simple yet thoughtful design.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Their official Facebook group, Trek Bicycle Store of Highland Park Women’s Group, communicates upcoming events, clinics, and provides practical information about the sport.
    Gina Grillo, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
  • In games like Tuesday, when that deep postseason run seems realistic, UCLA pops the ball around on offense and communicates and hustles to overcome its deficiencies on defense.
    Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 6 Mar. 2026
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“Puts across.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puts%20across. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.

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