putting

Example Sentences

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“She walked around those halls just putting her head into offices unannounced, picking up leaflets, starting conversations to find out what programs existed that could benefit her community,” Orleck explained.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Death Cab’s Harmer says he and his bandmates “talked for half a beat” about putting out “Tower” on their own before thinking better of the idea.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Netskope stock sank 18% to $10.17 on Thursday, putting it on pace for its largest ever daily percentage decline, according to Dow Jones Market Data.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

He criticised those putting themselves forward as alternative leaders saying "entitlement is not a qualification for leadership".

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

He started in the back corner, putting a couple on Courtney’s desk.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott