1
as in dismissing
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
he has the annoying habit of putting down others under the guise of offering constructive criticism
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2
as in recording
to make a written note of
we had the whole agreement put down on paper
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as in entering
to put (someone or something) on a list
put her down as one of the chaperones for the field trip
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as in sitting on
to put a stop to (something) by the use of force
a tyrant who ruthlessly put down uprisings
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as in attributing
to explain (something) as being the result of something else
a fender bender that probably can be put down to the young driver's inexperience
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as in eating
to take in as food
the husky youngster seemed to put down her own weight in food at one sitting
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Recent Examples of putting down
While Athena eliminated Steel early, putting down the rest of her opponents was not an easy task.
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Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
Many stayed, putting down roots that grew into multigenerational farming families who continue to shape the region’s dynamic food scene.
—Vivian Chung, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026
Attracted by two soccer teams putting down roots in Mission Valley, local futbol fans looked to serenade a local goal-scorer or two.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
One pet parent shopper shared how within one hour of putting down this quilt, their muddy dog got all over it.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
Earlier this year, former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz reportedly picked up a $44 million penthouse there, adding his name to a growing list of high-profile owners putting down roots in South Florida.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 May 2026
For too many, the price of shelter already takes up the vast majority of income before raising a family and putting down roots even becomes a possibility.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
But even as residents say goodbye to one business, there are two new businesses putting down new roots.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Musielak says that putting down sandbags doesn't really help, as the water would find another path.
—Elle Meyers, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
Many stayed, putting down roots that grew into multigenerational farming families who continue to shape the region’s dynamic food scene.
—Vivian Chung, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026
Attracted by two soccer teams putting down roots in Mission Valley, local futbol fans looked to serenade a local goal-scorer or two.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
One pet parent shopper shared how within one hour of putting down this quilt, their muddy dog got all over it.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
Earlier this year, former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz reportedly picked up a $44 million penthouse there, adding his name to a growing list of high-profile owners putting down roots in South Florida.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 May 2026
For too many, the price of shelter already takes up the vast majority of income before raising a family and putting down roots even becomes a possibility.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
But even as residents say goodbye to one business, there are two new businesses putting down new roots.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Musielak says that putting down sandbags doesn't really help, as the water would find another path.
—Elle Meyers, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for putting down
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However, not all analysts are dismissing that news that quickly.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
19 May 2026
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Fox also erred in not dismissing attempts by Magness and Lee Watson to intervene in the lawsuit, the attorney general’s office claimed, saying neither has standing to take part in the litigation, since they aren’t named as defendants in the case.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2026
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Austin has started a total of six games since being selected in the seventh round in 2023, recording two picks and allowing quarterbacks to complete only 50% of their passes for just four touchdowns.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2026
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The boy refused and began recording their interaction on his cellphone.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
13 May 2026
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The trend does not bode well for Massie, who has won every primary challenge since entering Congress with over 70% of the vote.—
Molly Parks,
The Washington Examiner,
13 May 2026
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In Season 2, the stakes are upped as the battle for the Central South West television franchise reaches a fever pitch, with the war between Corinium and Venturer entering a dangerous phase.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
13 May 2026
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Yeah, add that to the long list of unsupported claims about these vaccines that have ranged from various anti-vaxxers asserting that the vaccines will turn you into a gigantic magnet to attributing seemingly every celebrity illness and death during the COVID-19 pandemic to the COVID-19 vaccines.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Slok has previously invoked Jevons paradox to explain why AI will actually create more jobs overall, despite some employers attributing layoffs to the technology.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
10 May 2026
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Everyone is eating tostadas and trying dishes off the menu that changes every week, showcasing Giuseppe Lacorazza's market-focused, simple soulful cooking.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Misael eating meat alone, cutting up pieces with an enormous knife while barely lit by the flames in front of him, and, sporadically, almost-silent lightning bursts in the distant background.—
Vadim Rizov,
IndieWire,
16 May 2026
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But in our experience, many businesses benefit from a middle-ground strategy that maximizes compatibility while minimizing disruption.—
Thomas Berndorfer,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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These bachelor groups allow non-breeding males to live social lives while minimizing competition, the zoo says.—
Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website or on X @NYPDTips.—
Alexa Herrera,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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The Louisville Kings beat the DC Defenders 33-30 after logging three interceptions and seeing Tyler Hudson log a 92-yard kick return touchdown.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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Ferrell then began naming some of the great songs written by McCartney over the years, drawing out the bit by listing 17 Beatles, Wings and McCartney hits.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
17 May 2026
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This injury seemed less serious, with the Knicks listing Anunoby as questionable to play in both Games 3 and 4 before he was ruled out.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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“Putting down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/putting%20down. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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