put into

phrasal verb

put into; putting into; puts into
1
: to use (a certain amount of energy or effort) when doing (something)
He puts a lot of energy into his performances.
2
: to invest (time, money, etc.) in (something)
We put a lot of money into (fixing up) that house.

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Dozens upon dozens of Yankees photos lining the suite level were put into storage — so was an oversized Babe Ruth bobblehead — and Rays decorations were hung in their place. — Chad Jennings, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025 Here are three lessons inspired by Coach Lasso that anyone on a team can put into practice to continue enhancing their skills as a great team member. — Bryan Powell, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025 Even if any potential effects on the human body are unknown, the study does put into perspective the other ways chewing gum can contribute to environmental pollution when inappropriately discarded, experts said. — Kristen Rogers, CNN, 25 Mar. 2025 Wilson, who was only put into the lineup after a Pittsburg player was ejected in the second inning, came up clutch. — Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 25 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for put into

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