put into

verb

put into; putting into; puts into

: to use (a certain amount of energy or effort) when doing (something)

He puts a lot of energy into his performances.

: to invest (time, money, etc.) in (something)

We put a lot of money into (fixing up) that house.

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Between the appliances and the design details throughout, we were all impressed by how much thought the hosts had put into making the houses feel both beautiful and genuinely comfortable to stay in. — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026 But Sawie emphasized that this work is just part of the solution, noting that real progress can’t be made until farmers have access to reliable markets and incentives that recognize the work put into transitioning to organic practices. — Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026 The restrictions are being put into place for deck repairs, which are needed in multiple spots. — John Shumway, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026 The latest update was put into the field seven years ago, prompting some advocates to ask why it was being changed so quickly. — ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for put into

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