put up

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And there is a precedent in these situations for opponents not to put up candidates - and to argue they are not going to endorse what they see as a publicity stunt by taking part.

From BBC • Jul. 7, 2026

The administration is expected to put up a fierce defense.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 6, 2026

“America isn’t easy. America is advanced citizenship. You gotta want it bad because it’s gonna put up a fight. It’s gonna say, ‘You want free speech?’

From Salon • Jul. 5, 2026

China’s Shanghai Composite Index put up 0.45% while the Hong Kong market was closed for a holiday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

I put up my hands and said to the men, "This isn't what it looks like."

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda