puts across

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

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Verb
  • Bakri conveys that immense burden in dribbles of emotion, like a trickle of water wearing down a groove in a rock wall.
    Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 24 Mar. 2026
  • Even this basic illustration shows that human English includes variation in word usage and grammatical structures that breaks up information and conveys personal meaning.
    Laura Aull, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • This acknowledges the invitation, expresses goodwill toward the couple, and clearly communicates your decision without criticism or awkwardness.
    Jann Blackstone, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
  • Ro has a dedicated insurance concierge team that communicates with your health insurance provider to check your coverage, and take care of prior authorization paperwork.
    Rebecca Strong, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
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“Puts across.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puts%20across. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.

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