puts on

Example Sentences

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She puts on an actor’s airs and walks with a distinguished posture, proud of herself and her son, even if it’s an illusion.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

The best insurance, they say, is to buy out-of-the-money puts on stock markets.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

While the Huskies drain 3-pointers and play airtight defense, the 53-year-old Hurley puts on his own show on the sideline.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Olsen: The scene at Benedict Wong’s house, you get this sense that she has this kind of routine that she does, this little show she puts on.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

The strawberry is completely transformed into an intricate, beautiful rosette, which he puts on the side of the pie.

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott