put-on
Example Sentences
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He's 10 behind Denis Law and Kenny Dalglish, the greatest players who ever put on a Scotland jersey, three behind the 1928 Wembley Wizard Hughie Gallacher and two behind Lawrie Reilly, the Hibs immortal.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
The three countries had all the resources, infrastructure and logistical know-how to put on the tournament, having already combining to host six men’s and women’s World Cups.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
Drones and machine guns are put on exhibition display.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
As unnerving as this post was, it’s probably not the most questionable thing Mollen has put on her social-media feeds.
From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026
Ray doesn’t turn on the truck or put on his seat belt.
From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko
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