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to put out
[phrase form: put]
01
to make something stop burning or shining
Examples
Please put out the campfire before leaving the site.
She accidentally put the candle out while cleaning.
02
to make things difficult for someone
Examples
She was n't put out by the change in plans.
Would it put you out if we rescheduled our meeting to the afternoon?
03
to extend a part of body or an object from its usual position, often for a specific purpose or function
Examples
She put out her hand to shake his.
The cat put out its paw to swipe at the toy.
04
to make a significant effort
Examples
She really put out to make the event a success.
They put out so much to ensure the project was completed on time.
05
to make someone unconscious using drugs or an anesthetic
Examples
It took longer than expected to put him out due to his resistance to the medication.
During the operation, they put her out with a general anesthetic.
06
to produce and release something for public distribution or sale
Examples
The band is planning to put out a new album next month.
The company regularly puts out software updates to improve user experience.
07
to stop working after reaching retirement age or for other reasons
Examples
He plans to put out of his position next year and travel the world.
After decades of hard work, he finally put out and relaxed.
08
(of baseball) to cause a player to be out during a fielding play
Examples
The shortstop put the runner out at second base.
The first baseman put the runner out at first.
09
to engage in sexual activity or to express a willingness to do so
Examples
The conversation about when to put out in a relationship is an important one for establishing mutual understanding.
After years of abstinence, she decided it was time to put out and explore her sexuality.
10
to dislocate a bone from its normal position
Examples
The accident put his shoulder out of joint, and he needed medical attention.
She put her wrist out during the fall and had to visit the hospital.
11
to place one's trash or recycling outside for the garbage truck to take away
Examples
She put the bags of leaves out in the morning for yard waste pickup.
The neighbors worked together to put out the bulk items they wanted to dispose of.
