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put into words

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  1. Express verbally, as in I find it hard to put my feelings into words. [Late 1800s]


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"A terrible night, terrible events for our company and for our country. It is a pain that cannot be put into words," said Wildberries CEO Tatiana Kim.

From Barron's Jul. 18, 2026

At the heart of Denning's argument is the idea of tacit knowledge, the vast amount of human understanding that cannot easily be put into words or represented in a form that computers can process.

From Science Daily Jul. 14, 2026

"This sport is indescribable. When you catch a wave, ride it, glide along it, that feeling can't be put into words," said 23-year-old Tahseen Abu Assi, who learned how to surf from his father.

From Barron's Jun. 22, 2026

“He was so unique in the joy he brought to all of those in his life. It’s just impossible to put into words how much he’ll be missed. We love you, BC.”

From Los Angeles Times May 12, 2026

It was too complex to be put into words.

From "1984" by George Orwell

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