put out
Third Person
puts out
Present Participle
putting out
Past Tense
put out
Past Participle
put out
1
to make something stop burning or shining
- Please put out the campfire before leaving the site.
- She accidentally put the candle out while cleaning.
- The firefighters worked hard to put the forest fire out.
- He forgot to put out his cigarette, causing a small burn on the carpet.
- The wind put out the lanterns on the porch.
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2
to make things difficult for someone
- She wasn't put out by the change in plans.
- Would it put you out if we rescheduled our meeting to the afternoon?
- I hope asking for a ride doesn't put you out.
- He seemed a bit put out when I arrived late to the gathering.
- I don't want to put you out, but could you help me move these boxes?
3
to extend a part of body or an object from its usual position, often for a specific purpose or function
- She put out her hand to shake his.
- The cat put out its paw to swipe at the toy.
- The fireman told the kids to put out their arms to check the size of the life jackets.
- The bird put out its wings and soared into the sky.
- As the ship neared the dock, they put out a plank for passengers to disembark.
4
to make a significant effort
- She really put out to make the event a success.
- They put out so much to ensure the project was completed on time.
- He's always willing to put out extra effort for his team.
- The staff put out every holiday season to ensure customers had a great experience.
- I appreciate how much you put out to help me move to my new apartment.
5
to make someone unconscious using drugs or an anesthetic
- It took longer than expected to put him out due to his resistance to the medication.
- During the operation, they put her out with a general anesthetic.
- She was nervous about being put out for the dental surgery.
- The anesthesiologist put the patient out quickly and efficiently.
- They had to put him out to set the broken bone properly.
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6
to produce and release something for public distribution or sale
- The band is planning to put out a new album next month.
- The company regularly puts out software updates to improve user experience.
- The fashion designer is eager to put out a new line this summer.
- She's been working on a new skincare line and finally put it out last month.
- The publishing house put the author's new novel out to rave reviews.
7
to stop working after reaching retirement age or for other reasons
- He plans to put out of his position next year and travel the world.
- After decades of hard work, he finally put out and relaxed.
- She's ready to put out from her job and spend more time with her family.
- The professor put out of teaching and now spends his time writing books.
- She's ready to put out from her role as a manager and explore new opportunities.
8
(of baseball) to cause a player to be out during a fielding play
- The shortstop put the runner out at second base.
- The first baseman put the runner out at first.
- The outfielder put out the batter with a spectacular catch.
- The catcher put out the runner at home plate.
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9
to engage in sexual activity or to express a willingness to do so
- The conversation about when to put out in a relationship is an important one for establishing mutual understanding.
- After years of abstinence, she decided it was time to put out and explore her sexuality.
- The couple openly discussed their decision to put out before marriage and the importance of communication in their relationship.
- She felt empowered to put out and embrace her sexuality without societal judgment.
- Some people choose to put out later in life, embracing a more reserved approach to their sexuality.
10
to dislocate a bone from its normal position
- The accident put his shoulder out of joint, and he needed medical attention.
- She put her wrist out during the fall and had to visit the hospital.
- Playing sports without proper warm-up can put your knee out of place.
- The impact of the collision put his hip out of alignment.
- Lifting heavy objects incorrectly can put your back out of whack.
11
to place one's trash or recycling outside for the garbage truck to take away
- She put the bags of leaves out in the morning for yard waste pickup.
- The neighbors worked together to put out the bulk items they wanted to dispose of.
- Remember to put out your trash bins on the right day.
- Don't put out hazardous materials for regular garbage pickup.
- Every Tuesday, put out your recycling for collection.