put
verb (used with object)
to move or place (anything) so as to get it into or out of a specific location or position.
have been putting
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present perfect progressiveof put.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
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present perfect progressiveof putt.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
puttverb (used with or without object)to strike (a gollf ball) gently so as to make it roll along the green into the hole.
Example Sentences
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The economy may soon start surprising to the downside: That’s because several forces have been putting downward pressure on growth.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 19, 2026
With just a few weeks until the new year, plenty of firms have been putting out their 2026 S&P 500 forecasts.
From Barron's ● Dec. 11, 2025
Backed it up after just missing out a couple of times because a few of the Leeds defenders have been putting in bullish performances.
From BBC ● Dec. 4, 2025
All the stars have been putting in long hours as they get ready for the experience.
From BBC ● Nov. 21, 2025
She must have been putting out a strong I don't want to talk about it vibe.
From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan
