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
And congressional elections this Sunday are expected to further go against his party, putting additional pressure on the currency.
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Preston Fore, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
But today, wearable tech and nano-cameras are putting even upstanding poker players on their guard.
—Rob Wile, NBC news, 24 Oct. 2025
The bolero jacket is a recurring theme, with both designers putting their own spin on the classic Spanish garment.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Offering more flexibility, guests can put down $0 to reserve eligible homes, putting Airbnb one step closer to the risk-free process of booking a hotel room.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
As a result, some believe that a loss on Saturday could spell the end of Freeze's three-year tenure at Auburn, which has not gone to plan thus far, putting together just a 14-18 record thus far with the Tigers.
—Reice Shipley, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
Blooming Jelly Tie-Front Long-Sleeve Blouse Blooming Jelly’s flirty blouse makes putting together a business casual look breezy with its polished V-neck collar, button-cuff sleeves, satin fabric, and charming front ties.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2025
Spencer and Wragg then tried to flip the house by putting it on the market for nearly $250,000, the complaint says.
—Vanessa Swales, jsonline.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Maybe, just maybe, the Blackhawks and Sharks should stop putting Philipp Kurashev next to their franchise star.
—Sean Gentille, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Preston Fore, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
But today, wearable tech and nano-cameras are putting even upstanding poker players on their guard.
—Rob Wile, NBC news, 24 Oct. 2025
The bolero jacket is a recurring theme, with both designers putting their own spin on the classic Spanish garment.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Offering more flexibility, guests can put down $0 to reserve eligible homes, putting Airbnb one step closer to the risk-free process of booking a hotel room.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
As a result, some believe that a loss on Saturday could spell the end of Freeze's three-year tenure at Auburn, which has not gone to plan thus far, putting together just a 14-18 record thus far with the Tigers.
—Reice Shipley, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
Blooming Jelly Tie-Front Long-Sleeve Blouse Blooming Jelly’s flirty blouse makes putting together a business casual look breezy with its polished V-neck collar, button-cuff sleeves, satin fabric, and charming front ties.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2025
Spencer and Wragg then tried to flip the house by putting it on the market for nearly $250,000, the complaint says.
—Vanessa Swales, jsonline.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Maybe, just maybe, the Blackhawks and Sharks should stop putting Philipp Kurashev next to their franchise star.
—Sean Gentille, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for putting
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In 2023, the NFL suspended Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams, who missed four games after his initial six-game suspension was reduced, for placing a bet on a non-NFL game from an NFL facility.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Head coach Dan Henning informed school officials upon hearing allegations of players placing bets with bookies and resigned.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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There is certainly one moral argument for taking games overseas, for saying that fans who follow their team from all corners of the world deserve to have their game and their heroes brought to them.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Here’s what else analysts are saying before Tesla’s latest earnings report.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
22 Oct. 2025
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The next few years led to a major bounce in Halloween’s popularity, with Ben Cooper estimating that overall costume sales tripled.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
24 Oct. 2025
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Since then, the list of automakers offering CarPlay has only grown, with Apple estimating more than 800 vehicles are compatible.—
Liam Rappleye,
USA Today,
23 Oct. 2025
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This, at a time when China is imposing tougher rules on exporting its own critical minerals abroad.—
Pilar Arias,
FOXNews.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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The Cleveland Browns are coming off an imposing win against the Miami Dolphins, despite Miami being one of the worst teams in the NFL.—
Jon Conahan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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Here’s how cruise ship companies are adjusting as of Monday morning.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
27 Oct. 2025
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The head coach is continuing to favour long, direct passes into attack, and his team look stronger defensively since adjusting their structure when out of possession.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
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The Ho-Chunk Nation recently filed a lawsuit against sports betting companies Kalshi and Robinhood.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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The National Football League and Major League Baseball have significant partnerships with sports books, and players have served suspensions for betting.—
Sally Jenkins,
The Atlantic,
26 Oct. 2025
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In his petition, Mamdani called for caps on resale prices similar to regulations recently adopted in fellow host country Mexico, situating the fight within a broader movement to protect working people from rising costs.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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My cross-cultural background played a significant role in situating the project across two cities that are worlds apart geographically and culturally.—
Caterina De Biasio,
Vogue,
24 Sep. 2025
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Real Madrid chief Florentino Perez was dead against the idea, with his club arguing that breaking the traditional home and away format adulterated the competition, while also expressing concern over participating teams gaining a financial advantage.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Argentinians reacted to that and sought to put in power the candidate expressing the opposite ideas.—
Agustina Vergara Cid,
Oc Register,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Putting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/putting. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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