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to put away
[phrase form: put]
01
to place something where it should be after using it
Example
The decorations were boxed up and put away for next year.
Can you put the toys away before bed?
02
to discard something, especially something that is no longer useful or necessary
Example
The milk had gone bad, so I had to put it away.
I decided to put away my old journals; they were just gathering dust.
03
to eat a large amount of food quickly
Example
He was so hungry, he put away the entire pizza in minutes.
After the marathon, she put away a huge meal.
04
to mercifully end an animal's life, often through a lethal injection
Example
The vet had to put away the dog because of its severe injuries.
It's a tough decision, but sometimes it's kinder to put an animal away if it's suffering.
05
to quit a bad habit or behavior, especially if it's an addiction
Example
She finally decided to put her drug addiction away and seek help.
Realizing the harm it was causing, he put his drinking away.
06
to place someone in a prison or a mental institution
Example
After the trial, they put him away for ten years.
The judge decided to put her away due to the severity of her crimes.
07
to defeat an opponent decisively in a competition or game
Example
The champion put away his challenger in just three rounds.
In the final set, she quickly put away her opponent with a series of powerful serves.
08
to stop thinking or worrying about something
Example
She decided to put away her doubts and take the risk.
After hours of contemplation, he put away his concerns and made a decision.
09
to save money for future use
Example
Every month, she puts a portion of her salary away for retirement.
He puts away $ 100 every week for his dream vacation.
