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to put in
[phrase form: put]
01
to interrupt someone to say something
Transitive: to put in a remark
Intransitive: to put in with a remark
Examples
He constantly puts in with jokes, even when the conversation is serious.
02
to set aside something for future use
Transitive: to put in sth
Examples
It 's wise to put in some supplies in case of emergencies.
03
to place an object into another object
Ditransitive: to put in sth a receptacle
Examples
Can you put the dishes in the dishwasher?
04
to submit a formal application or request for something
Dialect
British
BritishTransitive: to put in an application or request | to put in an application or request for sth
Examples
After seeing the ad, he quickly put a resume in for the job.
05
to install something
Transitive: to put in a device or system
Examples
We decided to put in a new kitchen island for extra storage.
06
to insert something between other things
Transitive: to put in sth
Examples
The designer suggested putting in a contrasting color to highlight the focal point of the artwork.
07
to actively participate in a particular endeavor or group effort
Transitive: to put in effort or energy
Examples
He put in a lot of effort to make the event successful.
08
to arrive at a particular location or port
Intransitive: to put in | to put in somewhere
Examples
After three days at sea, we put in to restock supplies.
09
to plant seeds, plants, or crops in the ground
Transitive: to put in seeds or plants
Examples
We put in some new rose bushes in the garden last week.
10
to appoint someone to a specific role or job
Transitive: to put in sb
Examples
The board put in Mr. Smith as the new CEO.
