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put up

[poot-uhp] / ˈpʊtˌʌp /




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And, even though both sides try to put up legal boundaries to protect their intellectual property, consumer-goods companies with private-label partnerships can end up tipping their hand to retailers.

From MarketWatch Sep. 16, 2026

The argument it makes is national economic benefit, but the political challenge is whether locals will put up with it.

From BBC Sep. 15, 2026

Cybersecurity stocks helped the broader software sector put up a historic performance relative to the chip sector.

From MarketWatch Sep. 14, 2026

“Take the ball to Building 13 and put up a new structure,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 11, 2026

I sat in the rickety chair and put up a shot.

From "The Million Dollar Shot" by Dan Gutman




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