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To return something to its original place
“Honest, I was trying to put the book back. But when I tried to put it on the shelf, another book fell down. I kept trying, but more books fell.”
To reverse, return to, or change back to a former position
“The new censorship law will put the clock back by 50 years.”
To delay or postpone an event or action
“This is purely a delaying tactic, but Amouzegar feels he can put back the meeting for a few days.”
To drink or swallow something quickly
“In response to that, Bill would just shrug and put back a shot of Cuervo.”
To put (something) back in a previous place or position
To cancel (an event) due to excessive rain
To establish or create (something) again
To place someone (again) in a former role or position
(basketball) To put the ball directly downward through the hoop
To make (someone or something) late or slow
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