Example Sentences

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Paintsil, 28, has been putting smiles on people’s faces in Southern California too.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

And, O’Rourke noted, Berkshire has been putting some of its cash hoard to work, the way Buffett would.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

With her husband unemployed, she says she has been putting off medical care for a painful tooth for three months because she can't afford it or find anyone to lend her the money.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Much of her focus in recent weeks has been putting together donations of diapers, wipes and formula for mothers who are staying home to avoid ICE.

From Salon • Feb. 4, 2026

Somebody has been putting notions into their heads.

From Delilah of the Snows by Bindloss, Harold