Fixed expressions
Idioms
English fixed expressions — phrases whose meaning isn't obvious from the individual words. Each entry shows the meaning, an example sentence, and its register.
Idioms containing put, including its inflections. Clear word filter
put something on the table
CEFR B1to offer something for consideration in a discussion or negotiation
put two and two together
CEFR B1to infer a conclusion by connecting the available clues
don't put all your eggs in one basket
CEFR B2Don't risk everything on a single plan or possibility.
put a damper on
CEFR B2to make an event or mood less enjoyable and exciting
put down roots
CEFR B2to make a permanent home in one place and build a stable life there
put the cart before the horse
CEFR B2to do things in the wrong order
put words in someone's mouth
CEFR B2to claim falsely that someone expressed an opinion or made a statement
put your best foot forward
CEFR B2to make a good first impression by showing your best side
put one's head above the parapet
CEFR C1to risk criticism by stating an opinion publicly
put paid to
CEFR C1to bring something, especially a plan or hope, to a definite end