1
as in to erect
to fix in an upright position
the builders put up the walls before starting on the roof
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2
as in to build
to form by putting together parts or materials
plans to put up a pavilion in the public gardens
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3
as in to sell
to offer for sale to the public
put their possessions up for auction
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4
as in to house
to provide with living quarters or shelter
the university puts up students in a variety of buildings
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5
as in to plot
to engage in a secret plan to accomplish evil or unlawful ends
put up an elaborate scheme to defraud insurance companies
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Recent Examples of put up
This is why One Battle After Another putting up a 96/100 here is incredible.
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Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
According to Cracker Barrel media relations, the billboard was put up by Sardar Biglari, who runs Steak 'n Shake, Western Sizzlin' and Maxim Magazine.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 18 Sep. 2025
But of course Meg was devoted to Colin and presumably had to put up with his friends as well.
—Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2025
This one has a little bit of a different feel, with both squads putting up big numbers in their openers.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 13 Sep. 2025
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Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
According to Cracker Barrel media relations, the billboard was put up by Sardar Biglari, who runs Steak 'n Shake, Western Sizzlin' and Maxim Magazine.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 18 Sep. 2025
But of course Meg was devoted to Colin and presumably had to put up with his friends as well.
—Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2025
This one has a little bit of a different feel, with both squads putting up big numbers in their openers.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 13 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for put up
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In the week since the assassination of Charlie Kirk, lawmakers as well as institutions of higher learning have announced plans to erect statues in the conservative commentator's memory.—
Nick Mordowanec,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Ultra-nationalists loyal to the regime have erected tents in a massive camp around the government buildings to protect the president from the demonstrators.—
Sara Stridsberg
September 15,
Literary Hub,
15 Sep. 2025
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With vessels built today expected to operate for decades, how is Wärtsilä helping shipowners design and retrofit ships that can stay competitive and compliant through a fast-moving energy transition?—
Michaila Byrne,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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As a leader, putting your focus building a truly innovative organization can enable you to pull up and look at the equity landscape from a bigger picture lens.—
Heather V. MacArthur,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Ivanhoe Mines—controlled by billionaire Robert Friedland—has agreed to sell C$690 million ($500 million) of its shares to Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) as the company seeks to expands its copper output amid rising demand for the metals needed for electric vehicles and data centers.—
Yessar Rosendar,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Impact cost refers to the extent to which trade orders — buy or sell — can move stock prices.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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The evening includes pre-dinner champagne, a six-person private dinner hosted by Tan and a private tour at Singapore's National Gallery, an art museum housed in two national monuments, according to Sotheby's.—
Ernestine Siu,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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The stash houses that Robbie and his friend Cliff (Raul Castillo) are hitting happen to all belong to one biker gang, the Dark Hearts.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro – who was this week convicted of plotting to overturn his country’s 2022 election and sentenced to more than 27 years in jail – is far from being the first Latin American leader to run into legal trouble.—
Sofía Benavides,
CNN Money,
14 Sep. 2025
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Another restructure is being plotted, with a meeting scheduled next week to discuss plans.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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The bag also features several interior and exterior pockets to make storing and organizing your belongings a breeze.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
18 Sep. 2025
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Female and male participate in harvesting and storing acorns, take part in incubating eggs and feeding young.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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As he was driven away, Matthews raised a thumbs-up to the crowd, drawing an ovation from USC fans and a huddle of his Spartans teammates, who circled together in support before returning to the sideline.—
Ira Gorawara,
New York Times,
21 Sep. 2025
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Rock for First Responders benefit concert; another year of showing their support for the event, which raises money for essential equipment and mental health programs for Santa Barbara’s first responders.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
21 Sep. 2025
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And, like the brand’s other hot tools, the Wave was constructed with sensors that help ensure your hair is consistently styled at 365 degrees Fahrenheit, a temperature that creates a lasting look with less damage to the hair.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Tuesday’s vote comes as San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie faces his biggest test with a controversial plan to construct taller, denser buildings with tens of thousands of new housing units, which San Francisco very much needs.—
Janie Har,
Fortune,
16 Sep. 2025
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