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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4
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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6
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
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.
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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
A number of observers have expressed dire warnings and anger over Ellison’s putting her in charge of news operations.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 17 Oct. 2025
Luxury stocks surged this week after French luxury conglomerate LVMH — a bellwether for the sector — posted a surprise return to growth for the third quarter, putting Europe's high-end firms on course to continue a multi-year rally.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 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
There are a lot of people who don't like putting the cable into the car.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
The Giants are faring somewhat better than their stadium mates, but with a combined record of 1-9, New York isn’t putting its best foot forward in 2025.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 10 Oct. 2025
But the perpetrator of the crime clearly didn't count on Lo putting her investigative talents to work against them.
—Megan McCluskey, Time, 10 Oct. 2025
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
A number of observers have expressed dire warnings and anger over Ellison’s putting her in charge of news operations.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 17 Oct. 2025
Luxury stocks surged this week after French luxury conglomerate LVMH — a bellwether for the sector — posted a surprise return to growth for the third quarter, putting Europe's high-end firms on course to continue a multi-year rally.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 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
There are a lot of people who don't like putting the cable into the car.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
The Giants are faring somewhat better than their stadium mates, but with a combined record of 1-9, New York isn’t putting its best foot forward in 2025.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 10 Oct. 2025
But the perpetrator of the crime clearly didn't count on Lo putting her investigative talents to work against them.
—Megan McCluskey, Time, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for putting
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The study suggests placing one spacecraft in each of the three corners of the pyramid's base, which would be arranged on a plane (a virtual, flat surface) around L1.—
Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
10 Oct. 2025
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With the tariffs firmly in place, representatives from both associations said most buyers are either delaying or not placing new orders.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Oct. 2025
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Earnings calls are typically a masterclass in how to get away with saying as little as possible.—
Jessica Mathews,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
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Anfernee laughed while saying his mom was his savior in such situations.—
Jay King,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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This work is especially critical there, as the region has experienced a dramatic decline, with some studies estimating that over 85% of its historic oyster reefs have disappeared.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
10 Oct. 2025
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But federal surveillance systems are far from perfect, and experts say that formally reported measles cases in the US are probably a significant undercount, with some estimating that this year’s total could be closer to 5,000 cases.—
Deidre McPhillips,
CNN Money,
10 Oct. 2025
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The full-beam bow and superstructure give the yacht a bold and imposing profile while increasing onboard comfort.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
14 Oct. 2025
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These imposing machines are powered by 600-hp diesel engines, and feature a hydraulic load-handling system that can quickly load and unload 20-ft (6-m) containers and flat-rack engineering mission modules (for building or repairing bridges, for example).—
Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
14 Oct. 2025
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No team has had to deal with more injuries over the last few years as the 49ers, but also no team does a better job of adjusting on the fly.—
Mark Kern,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Oct. 2025
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The chain will also be adjusting its holiday hours to stay open later on select days, Zapata said.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
10 Oct. 2025
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Last year, a study by the National Council on Problem Gambling found that betting on campus had surged to 75 percent — and that six percent of students were addicted to gambling, or nearly double the national average.—
Paul Solotaroff,
Rolling Stone,
12 Oct. 2025
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Everything else — from betting lines to broadcast information — is here, too.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
12 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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The promise of Sherald’s exhibition underscored the High’s commitment to situating Black artists at the forefront of its programming, a priority that has only grown more urgent as Atlanta continues to expand its identity as an art capital.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
22 Sep. 2025
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Bessent was recently photographed looking at what appeared to be a text from Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins expressing concern about the Argentina proposal.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
12 Oct. 2025
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Joe Maloney, a senior vice president, explained it to me — after expressing shock that kids use the apps.—
Paul Solotaroff,
Rolling Stone,
12 Oct. 2025
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“Putting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/putting. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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