putting

Example Sentences

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“At the same time, a lot of them could be putting their own lives at risk if they stay on a hunger strike too long.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Some of the food industry’s biggest companies are trying to capitalize off of consumer demand and putting pressure on supplies.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

“If a story is told well, if its history seems consistent, then the machinations putting it into place can be temporarily overlooked or turned into a fun story of their own,” Gordon said.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Jalen Brunson scored 36 points and Anunoby added 33 for New York, putting in the game-winner off Brunson's three-point attempt that struck the rim.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Dots appeared and disappeared for several minutes, and I felt a little guilty for putting him on the spot.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows