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Put a Sock in It
idiomAn informal and direct command telling an annoying or noisy person to stop talking and remain quiet
↗put across
phrasal verbTo communicate or explain ideas, rules, or opinions clearly and convincingly.
↗put aside
phrasal verb B1To reserve or save money, items, or time for a future purpose; also to disregard temporarily.; to save or reserve something, especially money, for a future purpose
↗put away
phrasal verbto return an object to the proper place where it is usually stored
↗Put back
phrasal verbTo return something to its proper position; or to postpone an event or schedule
↗put down
phrasal verbTo set something down, especially electronic screens or heavy objects before resting
↗put forward
phrasal verb B2To propose or submit an idea, plan, or candidate for team discussion; to suggest or propose an idea, plan, or candidate for consideration
↗put in
phrasal verbTo officially submit a request, application, or claim; also to dedicate time or effort.
↗Put in Their Place
idiomTo humiliate or sternly reprimand arrogant individuals, reminding them of their true status or limitations
↗Put It on the Back Burner
idiomTo postpone, defer, or reduce the priority of an issue or task until a more opportune time
↗Put My Foot Down
idiomTo use one's authority firmly to stop something from happening or to assert control.
↗put off
phrasal verb A1to delay or postpone an event to a later date or time; to postpone or delay something until a later time; to postpone or delay doing something
↗put on
phrasal verbto dress oneself in clothing or apply something to one's body
↗Put on My Thinking Cap
idiomTo start thinking seriously and carefully in order to solve a problem or come up with an idea.
↗Put Our Heads Together
idiomTo consult, collaborate, or share ideas with others to solve a problem or plan something.
↗put out
phrasal verbTo publish, release, or distribute something like software updates or announcements
↗Put out content
phrasal verbto produce, publish, or release digital material such as videos, blogs, or podcasts for the public
↗Put Someone on the Spot
idiomTo force someone into a difficult situation or make them answer a challenging question without preparation.
↗Put Something Down in Black and White
idiomTo write or record something clearly and officially on paper so there is no ambiguity.
↗Put Something into Practice
idiomTo implement, apply, or use an idea, advice, or traditional wisdom in real life.
↗Put Something on Ice
idiomTo postpone, delay, or temporarily suspend an initiative, plan, or project.
↗Put the Squeeze
idiomTo exert severe pressure or coercion on someone, often financially, to force compliance.
↗put together
phrasal verbTo assemble, organize, or create a package, plan, or item by combining various parts.
↗put up
phrasal verbTo erect, hang up, or install something for shelter, protection, or undisturbed rest
↗put up with
phrasal verbTo tolerate or accept an unpleasant situation or person without complaining
↗Put your feet up
phraseto sit back comfortably and rest, often with the legs elevated
↗Put Your Finger on It
idiomTo identify or pinpoint precisely what is wrong, unique, or elusive about a situation.
↗Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
idiomTo support your words and claims with tangible action or financial contribution rather than mere talk.
↗puzzle
word B1a game, toy, or problem designed to test ingenuity or knowledge; a perplexing mystery
↗Q and A session
phrasea designated period during or after a presentation where the audience asks questions and the speaker answers them
↗quagmire
word C1An awkward, complex, or hazardous situation from which extrication is difficult; also, a soft boggy area of land.
↗quail
word C1To feel or show fear or apprehension; to cower.
↗qualification
word B2a pass of an examination or an official completion of a course showing competence official record showing that someone has finished a training course or has necessary skills; condition or requirement a condition or skill that makes someone suitable for a job or activity; the process of qualifying; An official record, skill, or condition showing that someone is suitable for a job or activity.
↗qualified
word B1Officially recognized as having the necessary skills, knowledge, or training for a particular job or role.
↗qualify
word B1to meet the necessary requirements, standards, or conditions to be eligible for something
↗quality
word A2how good or bad something is; a feature of a person or thing The standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind; the degree of excellence of something. the standard of something when compared to other things; characteristic or feature the standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind; The standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind; the degree of excellence of something. the standard of something when compared to other things; characteristic or feature the standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind
↗quality time
word B1Time spent giving one's undivided attention to friends or family in order to strengthen relationships.; Time spent giving one's undivided, attentive devotion to loved ones or meaningful heritage pursuits.
↗qualm
word C1An uneasy feeling of doubt, worry, or fear, especially about one's own conduct.
↗quantifiable
word C1Able to be measured, expressed, or stated as a quantity or number.
↗quantity
word B1the amount, number, or measurable property of something
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