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put-on

[poot-on, -awn, poot-on, -awn] / ˈpʊtˌɒn, -ˌɔn, ˈpʊtˈɒn, -ˈɔn /


put on


VERB
stage a performance
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
be truthful


Example Sentences

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“There wasn’t even time to put on our life jackets. ... Some jumped into the sea.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2026

Styles says anchoring the tour in this way allows him to put on more elaborate shows, while protecting his and his band's health.

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026

Several analysts say at least one issue that France has put on the table for discussion may bait Trump's interest: trade relations with China.

From Barron's • Jun. 13, 2026

In Taiwan, TSMC—the world’s largest contract chip maker—rose 2.0% while Foxconn Technology 2354 2.14%increase; green up pointing triangle put on 2.1%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Tansy put on her hat, and Dad took her to school in the wagon for her first day.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck




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