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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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
The driver who takes you into the park is putting his kids through school.
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Daniel Scheffler, Forbes.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Always air-dry liners rather than putting them in the dryer.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
Now, a new King adaptation directed by I Am Legend and Hunger Games franchise helmer Francis Lawrence from a screenplay by JT Mollner (Strange Darling) is making waves for putting a fresh spin on the ending of the 1979 book on which it's based.
—Megan McCluskey, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
Taking deep breaths, looking the person next to you in the eye, putting your hand on your heart, that sort of thing.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 12 Sep. 2025
These stories often emphasize the struggles of families forced to make impossible choices, from keeping children in school to putting food on the table.
—Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
Rob was putting stuff up on a board, putting notes on a big board.
—Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 12 Sep. 2025
Newsweek's tracker currently shows that 44 percent approve of his job performance, while 52 percent disapprove, putting his net approval rating at -8 points.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Thank you @gerardsulter for putting a smile on my mum’s face too!
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
Daniel Scheffler, Forbes.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Always air-dry liners rather than putting them in the dryer.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
Now, a new King adaptation directed by I Am Legend and Hunger Games franchise helmer Francis Lawrence from a screenplay by JT Mollner (Strange Darling) is making waves for putting a fresh spin on the ending of the 1979 book on which it's based.
—Megan McCluskey, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
Taking deep breaths, looking the person next to you in the eye, putting your hand on your heart, that sort of thing.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 12 Sep. 2025
These stories often emphasize the struggles of families forced to make impossible choices, from keeping children in school to putting food on the table.
—Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
Rob was putting stuff up on a board, putting notes on a big board.
—Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 12 Sep. 2025
Newsweek's tracker currently shows that 44 percent approve of his job performance, while 52 percent disapprove, putting his net approval rating at -8 points.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Thank you @gerardsulter for putting a smile on my mum’s face too!
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for putting
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And in this day and age, with so many soccer-specific stadiums in Major League Soccer and in lower division leagues, placing a national team in a baseball stadium would not be a good idea.—
Michael Lewis,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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On Wednesday, the NCAA permanently banned three Fresno State players for illicitly placing prop bets on themselves or teammates to over or underperform in certain statistical categories.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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The pre-authorization letters included a line saying payment was not guaranteed, but Sutton-Schulman didn’t think much of it.—
Duaa Eldeib,
ProPublica,
10 Sep. 2025
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The share of businesses saying that lack of transparency was hindering operations fell by 12 percentage points to 16%.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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The Series 11 should last longer, with Apple estimating 24 hours of use on a charge.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 Sep. 2025
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Airlines faced massive deficits after 9/11, with the Air Transport Association estimating losses of $10 billion in the immediate aftermath.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Just as California’s restaurants lost 23,000 jobs after imposing a $20 fast-food wage, San Diego hotels will lose 4,000 jobs annually and generate fewer taxes, reducing funds for essential government services.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Sep. 2025
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Administration officials argue the emergency powers in IEEPA include imposing tariffs and that the financial penalties are needed to prod countries to negotiate better trade deals.—
Brian Bennett,
Time,
10 Sep. 2025
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Nonetheless, with policy in restrictive territory, the baseline outlook and the shifting balance of risks may warrant adjusting our policy stance.—
Adeola Adeosun
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Adaptation shapes responses to match the level of risk, guiding users in the moment, and adjusting trust dynamically.—
Steve Riley,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The criminal investigations chief spoke to ABC News about online betting risks.—
Patricio Chile,
ABC News,
13 Sep. 2025
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The betting pick is that Silva will win this fight via knockout to keep the Fighting Nerds championship hopes alive.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
13 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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The excitement for this Irish edition has been building among franchise enthusiasts worldwide, with host Siobhán McSweeney expressing her enthusiasm for the uniquely Irish approach to the game.—
Jenzia Burgos,
StyleCaster,
14 Sep. 2025
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The company also issued a statement to CyberGuy expressing condolences to Kirk's family.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Putting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/putting. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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