puts across

present tense third-person singular of put across

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for puts across
Verb
  • The dour feeling that this book produces is the exact opposite of the invigorating excitement that Scorsese conveys when discussing movie magic.
    Michael O’Donnell, The Atlantic, 2 July 2026
  • When a manager conveys this, employees hear that new ideas are unwelcome and innovation is discouraged.
    Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Verb
  • Laughter communicates a playful, happy feeling without using words.
    ABC News, ABC News, 25 June 2026
  • More than just a structural framework, bone also functions as a highly active tissue that helps regulate the body’s mineral balance, supports blood cell production and communicates with multiple organ systems.
    Priya Bhardwaj, The Conversation, 22 June 2026
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Puts across.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puts%20across. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster