put down to
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In contrast, Manchester United's stoppage time 3-2 win against Burnley can be put down to a VAR penalty.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
Carrick made five changes at the Stadium of Light, so United's overall performance cannot be put down to the absence of just one man.
From BBC • May 9, 2026
Lauren had been struggling with symptoms of emotional dysregulation and extreme fatigue in the year before the accident, but said it was put down to her hormones or then-undiagnosed ADHD.
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
Empress Masako, a former high-flying diplomat, struggled for years with a stress-related illness after joining the household, which some have put down to the pressure to have a boy.
From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026
“It will be the first fuss I have ever endured,” said Lazlo, hearing something raw in his voice that could not be put down to a dry throat.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
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