putting by

present participle of put by

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for putting by
Verb
  • Unless your basement is equipped to serve as a playroom, avoid storing any toys or games in it, as consistent exposure to moisture in the air can cause rust or mildew to form on them.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Allow the steaks and sauce to cool completely to room temperature before storing.
    Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Keeping a microfiber cloth handy or stashing disinfecting wipes under the sink makes this a fast, almost effortless ritual.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025
  • But as the months have passed, Juni has stopped stashing food, loves to nap, and seems so much more at ease.
    Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
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“Putting by.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/putting%20by. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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