Adding to something that already exists
Present participle for to place or put inside, between, or among others
“Put in the screws and screw up the joint gradually, all around.”
Present participle for to place into the ground or soil to grow
“I put it in newly turned sod and put in a crop of rye with it.”
Present participle for to spend or invest one's energy or resources into something
“The size of the scheme is determined by the interest and willingness on the part of social workers to put in their time and energy.”
Present participle for to spend or invest a sum of money
“When you buy something like a bond, you put in a sum of money and receive payments based on the amount that you put in.”
Present participle for to submit an application or request
“Unable to exhibit her paintings, Lydia Masterkova was forced to put in her application for a visa to the USA.”
Present participle for to say, especially as an interruption or aside
“Hopkins knew when to put in his two cents' worth and when to keep quiet.”
Present participle for to make a formal application or request
Present participle for to administer an oath to, as an oath of office or of citizenship
Present participle for to join or unite (one thing to another)
Heeling in
Present participle for to dip (something) in liquid
Present participle for to place, slip or insert something into a compartment or space
Present participle for to assert one's right or claim to something
Present participle for to put away or aside (for later use)
Present participle for to fix or put into place
Present participle for leave a ship, aircraft, or train
Present participle for to dock a boat or ship, typically along or near the shore
Present participle for to enter or record information or data on an official list or directory
Present participle for to vote for someone into, or for, a given role or position
Present participle for to position or place something in a particular place or spot
The action of installing a device or piece or equipment
An act of devoting time, effort, resources, or energy to a particular undertaking
The act of inaugurating or inducting into office or a given position
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