PUT ASIDE Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

put aside

verb

Definition of put aside

as in to phase out

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Recent Examples of put aside State laws passed in the aftermath of the disaster now require more regular inspections for condo buildings, and condo associations must put aside more money for repairs under the new laws. — Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 25 June 2026 Despite the geopolitical turmoil in the world, those working to implement the treaty have put aside their differences to pursue their common interests concerning the Central Arctic Ocean. — David Balton, The Conversation, 15 June 2026 But with what seems like a Ripper copycat on the loose, everyone needs to put aside their preconceived notions and figure out what’s going on. — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026 Those of us with a penchant for fashion have managed—not without effort—to put aside the knowing glances, caresses, and hugs to take in every detail of the look. — Arancha Gamo, Glamour, 7 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for put aside

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The Blackbird demonstrates that Hennessey aims to phase out its outright land-speed record era by 2028.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 5 Aug. 2026
The amendment would phase out Missouri’s income tax based on revenue growth triggers and increase sales and use tax to offset the loss of revenue.

— Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026

Definition of phase out

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That is a company that started dismantling its own interface moat in 2023.

— Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Cameron Hamilton — who was ousted as acting head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency in May 2025 after publicly testifying that the agency should not be dismantled — will be FEMA’s new leader.

— Brianna Sacks, Washington Post, 7 Aug. 2026

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