put-on
Example Sentences
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“You cannot put on those who have come to the United Kingdom in general to seek asylum what an individual has chosen to do,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
The U.S. withdrawal from international agencies and the strain USAID’s end put on surveillance and response systems were key to allowing Ebola to spread unchecked, several experts told me.
From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026
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
“Six months later I get to put on a jersey,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
James put on his jacket and settled a cap over his head.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
