put into

verb

put into; putting into; puts into
1
: to use (a certain amount of energy or effort) when doing (something)
He puts a lot of energy into his performances.
2
: to invest (time, money, etc.) in (something)
We put a lot of money into (fixing up) that house.

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Jason Hernandez, director of governmental affairs for the Cook County sheriff’s office, said once the process of dedicating the street was put into motion, things moved quickly. Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026 Meanwhile, Rabbi Harlig says several members of his congregation have already expressed interest in volunteering—signaling that, for some, the program could be quickly put into practice once the law takes effect. Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026 Again, the first-round pick due does not get put into play for at least another 14 months. Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026 The hazelnut piononos have a soft and creamy texture, and the care put into the pies and cheesecakes is truly remarkable. Regina Zumarraga, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for put into

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“Put into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/put%20into. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

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