put in
To add something, to spend time or effort on something, or to ask for something officially.
Meanings
To install a piece of equipment or system.
"We're having new double-glazed windows put in next week."
To spend time or effort on something.
"You can see the quality of his work — he really puts in the hours."
To formally request or apply for something (often 'put in for').
"She's put in for a transfer to the Edinburgh branch."
To say something, often briefly, as part of a conversation.
"'I think we need more data before deciding,' he put in quietly."
Very high-frequency phrasal verb with multiple common senses. 'Put in the hours/work/effort' is a common collocation. 'Put in for' (apply for) is especially common in British English. 'Put in' for installing is a natural informal alternative to 'install.'
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