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What does put through mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word put through? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. (idiomatic) To connect (a telephone caller with intended callee).
  2. (idiomatic) to cause to endure
  3. (transitive, soccer) To pass the ball to (someone) giving them a one-on-one scoring opportunity.
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He was put through a series of demanding fitness tests including press-ups, pull-ups and running.
First, you are put through to the telephone operator, who asks you which of the emergency services you require.
A large crowd of spectators attended and thoroughly enjoyed horses and riders being put through their paces.
They can be put through wretched working conditions without a chance of redress.
And last but not least, I was just put through a refresher training course and we had handbooks to follow along with.
The story is told from Lucia's viewpoint and she is put through the wringer by her mother.

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