PUTTING ASIDE Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

putting aside

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present participle of put aside

as in phasing out

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Dunleavy said the conditions did not meet the company’s internal standards for shutting off the lines.

— Melody Petersen, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026
Always prioritize safety by checking for electrical hazards and shutting off power to the affected area if needed.

— Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 8 Aug. 2026

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putting aside

putting away

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