putting

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In 1986, Bruce Pavitt was just a music-loving guy putting out a cassette zine and writing a column in Seattle’s bi-weekly music paper, “The Rocket.”

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

An extended trip in Lebanon revealed that divisive forces are building again, putting its society under the most pressure it has faced in years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Smucker jumped 12%, putting the stock on track for its largest single-day percent increase since 2008, according to Dow Jones Market Data.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

He thanked islanders in St Brelade for "putting their trust in him".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

I tried not to rush as I trailed Meg, pausing and dipping a knee or putting a hand on my hip in a half-hearted imitation of her.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu