1
as in dismissing
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
he has the annoying habit of putting down others under the guise of offering constructive criticism
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2
as in recording
to make a written note of
we had the whole agreement put down on paper
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3
as in entering
to put (someone or something) on a list
put her down as one of the chaperones for the field trip
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4
as in sitting on
to put a stop to (something) by the use of force
a tyrant who ruthlessly put down uprisings
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5
as in attributing
to explain (something) as being the result of something else
a fender bender that probably can be put down to the young driver's inexperience
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as in eating
to take in as food
the husky youngster seemed to put down her own weight in food at one sitting
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Recent Examples of putting down
Attracted by two soccer teams putting down roots in Mission Valley, local futbol fans looked to serenade a local goal-scorer or two.
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Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
One pet parent shopper shared how within one hour of putting down this quilt, their muddy dog got all over it.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
Earlier this year, former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz reportedly picked up a $44 million penthouse there, adding his name to a growing list of high-profile owners putting down roots in South Florida.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 May 2026
For too many, the price of shelter already takes up the vast majority of income before raising a family and putting down roots even becomes a possibility.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
But even as residents say goodbye to one business, there are two new businesses putting down new roots.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Musielak says that putting down sandbags doesn't really help, as the water would find another path.
—Elle Meyers, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
For Jason, the friction of traveling to a casino and physically putting down money makes all the difference.
—Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
Cameron said getting away for time alone and putting down the phone helps.
—ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
One pet parent shopper shared how within one hour of putting down this quilt, their muddy dog got all over it.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
Earlier this year, former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz reportedly picked up a $44 million penthouse there, adding his name to a growing list of high-profile owners putting down roots in South Florida.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 May 2026
For too many, the price of shelter already takes up the vast majority of income before raising a family and putting down roots even becomes a possibility.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
But even as residents say goodbye to one business, there are two new businesses putting down new roots.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Musielak says that putting down sandbags doesn't really help, as the water would find another path.
—Elle Meyers, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
For Jason, the friction of traveling to a casino and physically putting down money makes all the difference.
—Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
Cameron said getting away for time alone and putting down the phone helps.
—ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for putting down
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Bangladesh was bowled out for 413 in its first innings, before taking a 27-run lead, dismissing Pakistan for 386 with offspinner Mehidy Hasan taking five wickets.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
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On Friday, Makary was privately dismissing the reports of his imminent ouster as false, those people said.—
Sarah Owermohle,
CNN Money,
8 May 2026
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Austin has started a total of six games since being selected in the seventh round in 2023, recording two picks and allowing quarterbacks to complete only 50% of their passes for just four touchdowns.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2026
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The boy refused and began recording their interaction on his cellphone.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
13 May 2026
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The trend does not bode well for Massie, who has won every primary challenge since entering Congress with over 70% of the vote.—
Molly Parks,
The Washington Examiner,
13 May 2026
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In Season 2, the stakes are upped as the battle for the Central South West television franchise reaches a fever pitch, with the war between Corinium and Venturer entering a dangerous phase.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
13 May 2026
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Slok has previously invoked Jevons paradox to explain why AI will actually create more jobs overall, despite some employers attributing layoffs to the technology.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
10 May 2026
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At the time, the state geologist of Massachusetts and the American science establishment were incorrectly attributing the same landscape to an iceberg-laden catastrophic flood.—
Robert M. Thorson,
The Conversation,
8 May 2026
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The only other people in the restaurant were two of Magyar’s aides and Miklós, his son, who sat at a nearby table eating burrata.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
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Some health experts note, however, that these forms may provide less fiber and fewer benefits than eating the whole vegetable.—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 May 2026
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Delta Counties Coalition pushes back But Newsom's remarks quickly drew criticism from the Delta Counties Coalition, which accused the administration of minimizing concerns from Delta communities that oppose the tunnel project.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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Wembanyama was ejected after logging only 12 minutes.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
11 May 2026
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The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the CrimeStoppers website.—
Mark Prussin,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
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That sense of a getaway is part of how the listing agent sums up the experience.—
David Caraccio
May 9,
Sacbee.com,
9 May 2026
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When the network partnered with job-listing site Indeed and revealed details for the role, Chief World Cup Watcher, their idea was to lure in as many sports fans as possible to boost digital engagement around the biggest tournament in the Cup’s history.—
Zach Powell,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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“Putting down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/putting%20down. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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