PUT FORTH Synonyms: 114 Similar and Opposite Words

put forth

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Definition of put forth

as in suggest

to set before the mind for consideration They put forth a plan of action for the committee.

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as in voice

to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion) She put forth her thoughts during the meeting.

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as in insist

to state as a fact usually forcefully He put forth an explanation even though he didn't have any supporting evidence.

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Recent Examples of put forth Even the measures that have been put forth by the government have been poorly executed. — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026 The questions were put forth by board members aligned with the Chicago Teachers Union and appointed by Mayor Brandon Johnson. — Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026 To date, none of my opponents have put forth an economic plan. — Chelsea Jones, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026 Scharf was part of the team that put forth arguments to the Supreme Court in 2024 over whether Presidents should have immunity from prosecution for actions taken while in Office. — Callum Sutherland, Time, 11 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for put forth

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put forward

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The department issued a request for information – an opportunity for the public to comment on the idea – at the beginning of July before a specific proposal is put forward.

— Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 17 Aug. 2026
The map is an update of a 2024 edition and puts forward new boundaries for the ancient Aitkenian, Nectarian and Imbrian lunar periods.

— Andrew Jones, Space.com, 16 Aug. 2026

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