1
as in placing
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 saying
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 estimating
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 imposing
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 adjusting
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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as in betting
to risk (something) on the outcome of an uncertain event
deciding to go for broke, he put $1000 on a horse that had 20 to 1 odds
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Recent Examples of putting
That hasn't stopped the administration from putting US tech through the wringer at home, though.
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Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 5 Sep. 2025
Above all, Durbin said nothing DHS or ICE is doing at the naval base can interfere with its mission which includes putting thousands of men and women through boot camp to become sailors.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Instead of putting a pool at the center of the sea-level beach club, the Dutch yard placed one above it.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2025
In Missouri, Republicans returned to work this week intending to pass a new map that would split Kansas City, putting pieces of it in three safe red districts.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 5 Sep. 2025
White says putting pressure on yourself while playing the dating game isn’t a good idea.
—Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
And that means actually fighting the fire, putting water on it.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 5 Sep. 2025
The Balance Project, says Skenazy, is taking those recommendations and putting them into action on a local level.
—Charlotte Alter, Time, 5 Sep. 2025
And putting it on her fingers and in your babies mouth is disgusting.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 5 Sep. 2025
Above all, Durbin said nothing DHS or ICE is doing at the naval base can interfere with its mission which includes putting thousands of men and women through boot camp to become sailors.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Instead of putting a pool at the center of the sea-level beach club, the Dutch yard placed one above it.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2025
In Missouri, Republicans returned to work this week intending to pass a new map that would split Kansas City, putting pieces of it in three safe red districts.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 5 Sep. 2025
White says putting pressure on yourself while playing the dating game isn’t a good idea.
—Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
And that means actually fighting the fire, putting water on it.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 5 Sep. 2025
The Balance Project, says Skenazy, is taking those recommendations and putting them into action on a local level.
—Charlotte Alter, Time, 5 Sep. 2025
And putting it on her fingers and in your babies mouth is disgusting.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for putting
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In a new Instagram photo dump recapping her 30th birthday celebrations, Brittany Mahomes shared a photo of the Grammy winner, 35, joining in on the party — and placing her martini on the mother of three’s head!—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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But placing unfinished or untested writing in front of the eyes of other experienced and respected writers actually takes courage.—
Beverly Gologorsky
September 5,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
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Former federal prosecutor Neama Rahmani offered a different interpretation of the ongoing dilemma, saying that jury nullification is a real possibility, especially when politics is involved.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
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The Commission was swayed by Clattenburg’s expertise, saying that his view of the incidents was of greater import than Jackson’s.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Every company should have a contingency plan estimating the cost and operational impact of remedies like unbundling services or forced data sharing.—
Kevan Yalowitz,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The center's aurora dashboard has an animation estimating what aurora visibility will be like for the next 30 minutes.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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And, just in time, online sports betting companies for the first time are imposing per-bet fees on Illinoisans as the companies seek to pass along new taxes imposed by Democrats in Springfield.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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Trump is trying to use the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, a law historically used for imposing economic sanctions and other penalties on foreign enemies.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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At just 4 to 5 weeks old, the kittens are still adjusting to life without their mother after being fostered through A Place for Meow Rescue, a rescue based in Rapid City, South Dakota.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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As already mentioned, the minimum investment thresholds were raised to $800,000 in Targeted Employment Areas (rural, high-unemployment, or infrastructure projects) and $1,050,000 elsewhere, adjusting these amounts for inflation.—
Andy J. Semotiuk,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Boumedienne could theoretically depart college after two seasons and sign in the AHL at just 19 years old, betting on himself early — again.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Information Confirmed By Newsweek Knowing that your $5 bet instantly secures your rewards, this is a good chance to take advantage of the unique betting markets within the app.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
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By situating stablecoin pilots in these two hubs, China can cautiously test global use cases while keeping its capital account firewall intact.—
Zennon Kapron,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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Carpenter, 26, began her speech thanking the VMAs and expressing her appreciation to her fans for listening to her music.—
Marina Watts,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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While Schneider was expressing his feelings about the unknown state of Judge’s normally rocket arm, the Yankees seemed weary about answering these kind of inquiries.—
Larry Fleisher,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Putting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/putting. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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