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to put by
[phrase form: put]
01
to save money for future use or needs
Example
Every month, she puts a small amount by for her retirement.
They've been putting money by for their child's college education.
02
to store food for later use by preserving it through methods like canning, freezing, or drying
Example
Every autumn, she puts tomatoes by for the winter by canning them.
They harvested a lot of blueberries and decided to put them by in the freezer.
03
to do an action subtly without being noticed
Example
She managed to put the note by without anyone noticing.
In the crowded room, he cleverly put his move by, evading the guards.
04
(of a ship or boat) to intentionally run at the shoreline to avert a collision
Example
After the engine failure, the crew put by, grounding the vessel safely on the beach.
With another ship unexpectedly in their path, they had to put by to avoid a disaster.
