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In 2024, humans put about 41.6 billion metric tons of CO2 equivalent in the atmosphere.

From Slate • May 15, 2026

He put about 10% of his portfolio in credit-default swaps that would gain value if bond investors turned bearish on the automaker.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

That Christmas, they put about $1,000 on his books.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2025

They also waived an appraisal and inspection, and put about $300,000 down.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 20, 2025

We put about ten yards between us and the fog when Finnick stops.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins