puts on

Example Sentences

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She puts on an actor’s airs and walks with a distinguished posture, proud of herself and her son, even if it’s an illusion.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

The best insurance, they say, is to buy out-of-the-money puts on stock markets.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

Clockshop is an arts and culture nonprofit that puts on free programming in public spaces with the goal of connecting Angelenos to the land they live on.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

While the Huskies drain 3-pointers and play airtight defense, the 53-year-old Hurley puts on his own show on the sideline.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

We dance a little while longer, until Suesetta switches the record again, puts on something slow.

From "Betty Before X" by Ilyasah Shabazz and Renée Watson