1
as in to situate
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 to say
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 to estimate
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 to impose
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
a proposal to put a special tax on luxuries
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as in to adjust
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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Recent Examples of put
This position is popular with district teachers and parents of students at district-run schools but is contradicted by state law, which puts the needs of students at both kinds of schools at equal priority.
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Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
The number seven would have put the stallion too far right of the field and closer to the stands of crowds, and so would have caused further distraction that would have leaked through Pal’s blinders and earplugs.
—Literary Hub, 30 Apr. 2026
Tafari managed to put a foot on the rebound, but the scuffed clearance fell in front of Jesús Gallardo, who toed it toward goal.
—Josh Gross, Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026
The state’s median household income is $100,149, with an annual cost of living of $81,674, putting the lower middle class ceiling at $111,277.
—Sacbee.com, 30 Apr. 2026
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Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
The number seven would have put the stallion too far right of the field and closer to the stands of crowds, and so would have caused further distraction that would have leaked through Pal’s blinders and earplugs.
—Literary Hub, 30 Apr. 2026
Tafari managed to put a foot on the rebound, but the scuffed clearance fell in front of Jesús Gallardo, who toed it toward goal.
—Josh Gross, Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026
The state’s median household income is $100,149, with an annual cost of living of $81,674, putting the lower middle class ceiling at $111,277.
—Sacbee.com, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for put
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Walk, ride or drive Market on Morehead is also situated to be one of the most accessible restaurants in the area where South End and uptown connect.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Apr. 2026
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The beehive, situated on the south lawn, is shaped like a miniature White House.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Seeking offense, New York plans to designate Tommy Pham for assignment and has agreed to a major league contract with Austin Slater, a pair of people familiar with the move said, speaking to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the decisions were not announced.—
Ronald Blum,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Airport Authority has hired investment banks for the issuance and plans to price the multi‑tranche deal as early as Tuesday, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing private matters.—
Janice Huang,
Bloomberg,
27 Apr. 2026
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Steele is now unlikely to rejoin the Cubs’ rotation until after the July All-Star break, Counsell estimated.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The president most recently estimated that the project will cost somewhere between $300 million and $400 million.—
Christian Datoc,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Apr. 2026
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The metaphor perfectly fits the 6-foot-5 Jordan, who casts an imposing figure on the mound.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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The proposal would impose a one-time tax of up to 5% on taxpayers and trusts with assets valued at more than $1 billion, with some exclusions, such as property.—
Queenie Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Stay honest, keep your promises realistic, and let the connection adjust naturally instead of trying to control the outcome.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Another challenge was adjusting to expectations for onscreen intimacy, a staple of vertical dramas.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
25 Apr. 2026
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It is designed to stop betting on war, assassinations, government actions, and specific events where an individual either controls or knows about the outcome, such as military actions.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
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Mamdani has a chance to take that windfall and bet it on Queens.—
Peter Peyser,
New York Daily News,
26 Apr. 2026
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The documents go on to say that after Dukes was arrested and placed into a Chicago youth facility at 15 years old, he was signed to Warner Records.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Earlier in the day, Charles delivered a rare address to a joint session of Congress, highlighting the second day of his four-day state visit and placing the spotlight on the strained but enduring relationship between his country and the United States.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Matthew Harris, of Oakland, allegedly confessed in full to the Wells Fargo bank robbery, expressing remorse and blaming his addiction to fentanyl, authorities said.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2026
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All opinions expressed by the CNBC Pro contributors are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of CNBC, or its parent company or affiliates, and may have been previously disseminated by them on television, radio, internet or another medium.—
Carter Braxton Worth,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Put.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/put. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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