1
as in erecting
to fix in an upright position
the builders put up the walls before starting on the roof
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2
as in building
to form by putting together parts or materials
plans to put up a pavilion in the public gardens
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as in selling
to offer for sale to the public
put their possessions up for auction
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as in housing
to provide with living quarters or shelter
the university puts up students in a variety of buildings
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as in plotting
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 putting up
While the team fell short of an American League East crown before putting up a lackluster fight in the ALDS last year, the Yanks also boasted baseball’s top offense and tied Toronto for the AL’s best record.
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Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2026
The New York Giants running back is simultaneously building a streaming audience and flirting with a WWE career while putting up legitimate on-field stats.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
Deputies with the Pima County Sheriff's Department were seen back at Nancy Guthrie's home on Wednesday afternoon, putting up yellow crime scene tape.
—Adam Sabes , Michael Ruiz , Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Meeks took that attitude and cleaned up Monday night for the visiting Knights, putting up nine points, 10 rebounds, three steals and two assists in a 61-21 nonconference victory over Bartlett.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2026
Suffice it to say, there’s more to come on the family front for all Beckhams, but for the moment, Sir David and Lady Victoria are commendably putting up the brave front.
—Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
That could mean anything from holding a meeting on compost, knocking on your neighbors’ doors, or putting up signage next to the bins showing what can and can’t be composted.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 21 Jan. 2026
Construction workers on Tuesday were seen putting up fences around the mall.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 14 Jan. 2026
If that happens in the playoffs, especially against a team capable of putting up points, you get sent home early.
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2026
Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2026
The New York Giants running back is simultaneously building a streaming audience and flirting with a WWE career while putting up legitimate on-field stats.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
Deputies with the Pima County Sheriff's Department were seen back at Nancy Guthrie's home on Wednesday afternoon, putting up yellow crime scene tape.
—Adam Sabes , Michael Ruiz , Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Meeks took that attitude and cleaned up Monday night for the visiting Knights, putting up nine points, 10 rebounds, three steals and two assists in a 61-21 nonconference victory over Bartlett.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2026
Suffice it to say, there’s more to come on the family front for all Beckhams, but for the moment, Sir David and Lady Victoria are commendably putting up the brave front.
—Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
That could mean anything from holding a meeting on compost, knocking on your neighbors’ doors, or putting up signage next to the bins showing what can and can’t be composted.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 21 Jan. 2026
Construction workers on Tuesday were seen putting up fences around the mall.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 14 Jan. 2026
If that happens in the playoffs, especially against a team capable of putting up points, you get sent home early.
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for putting up
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In Japan, tourists flocking to a small town at the base of Mount Fuji to re-create a viral photo caused so many issues that the local government temporarily resorted to erecting a black fabric barrier to block the famous view.—
Trista Kurniawan,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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High up in his yard, King returned fire by erecting stadium lights that flooded the man’s house with bright beams.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
3 Feb. 2026
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The show requires extensive script changes and dress rehearsals ahead of the taping in the evening, and contestants are building out their acts throughout the week.—
Itzel Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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What is the process for designing and building a hotel lobby?—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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And the country’s colossal pharma production industry is gearing up to take advantage by selling generic versions.—
Ayushi Shah,
CNN Money,
8 Feb. 2026
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As the council stepped down on Saturday, André Joseph, 42, a street vendor who was selling candy outside their government offices, celebrated.—
EVENS SANON,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026
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That represents a significant increase from the same period last year, when the detention facilities were housing roughly 3,000 people per day.—
Mathew Miranda
February 6,
Sacbee.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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Hobart Historical Society received $3,840 for a rehabilitation assessment of the 1914 Carnegie Library housing the historical society through the Efroymson Family Endangered Places program.—
Amy Lavalley,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Feb. 2026
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In 7th place on iSpot’s ranking was Amazon’s Alexa+ spot starring Chris Hemsworth, who runs through several horrifying thought experiments about how the advanced AI might be plotting to murder him in his own home.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
9 Feb. 2026
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Fashion Deals If your suitcase is already plotting its next trip, these February clothing and shoe deals are worth a look.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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Clear bins on a bathroom vanity are ideal for daily-use items, which Wells suggests storing in the front, and extra or backup toiletries in the back.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Feb. 2026
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Hotor Travel Toiletry Bag Another must-have travel organizer belongs to the $10 Hotor Travel Toiletry Bag, which makes storing skincare, shampoo, makeup, and toothbrushes a breeze.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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The agent is seen raising the pepper spray can, pointing it towards the crowd in what looked to be an attempt to keep them at a distance.—
Gio Insignares,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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In an email to The Times, Newsom spokesperson Tara Gallegos said the governor had a strong record of fighting for workers’ rights, including raising the minimum wage and expanding sick leave and other worker protections.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Risk is one of the most consequential currencies in geopolitics, and Washington has spent years constructing an elaborate risk architecture around China.—
Dewardric L. McNeal,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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Bonds are used to fund brick-and-mortar projects, which include constructing, equipping, maintaining and furnishing district facilities.—
Kendrick Calfee
February 11,
Kansas City Star,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Putting up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/putting%20up. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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