put one’s name down for something— 1. apply for a position, etc.: He was called up having put his name down for the RAF and after initial training he was sent overseas. 2. promise to subscribe for a certain sum: One man after another said that he would be willing to put his name down […]
Difference between Put one’s money in something and Put one’s money on something
put one’s money in something—invest one’s money in a business in the hope of gain: People are advised not to put their money in companies where there is a high risk. put one’s money on something—(also: lay one’s money on something) 1. stake a sum of money on smth. such as a sporting event: If […]
Difference between Put one’s mind to something and Turn one’s mind to something
put one’s mind to something —(also: set one’s mind to something) devote a lot of attention to a task: He put his mind to the problem of establishing a means of supporting those who had taken the pledge of abstinence. turn one’s mind to something—begin to think seriously about smth.: I shook off my feelings […]
Difference between Put one’s heart into something and Set one’s heart on something
put one’s heart into something—do smth. with enthusiasm: As a lad, I couldn’t stick to anything—couldn’t seem to put my heart into any sort of work. set one’s heart on something—wish for smth. strongly; be determined about smth.: When once he’s set his heart on a thing he won’t rest till he gets it.
Difference between Put one’s hands on someone and Put the arm on someone
put one’s hands on someone —(also: lay one’s hands on someone) 1. seize or arrest a person: The police will soon put their hands on the jewel thieves. 2. physically abuse a person: If I could put my hands on the swine who informed on me, he wouldn’t do any more spying for a long […]
Difference between Put one’s hand on something and Put one’s hand to something
put one’s hand on something—(also: lay one’s finger on something) find or locate smth.: I’m afraid I can’t put my hand on your letter just at the moment. put one’s hand to something— 1. undertake a task; engage in smth.: After her husband died, she put her hand to the job of sorting out his […]
Difference between Put one’s hand in one’s pocket and Put one’s hands in one’s pockets
put one’s hand in one’s pocket—be ready to spend or provide money: There are other ways of being generous, besides putting your hand in your pocket. put one’s hands in one’s pockets— 1. = put one’s hand in one’s pocket: We may have to put our hands in our pockets—I don’t suppose old Frank has […]
Difference between Put one’s foot in it and Put one’s foot on it
put one’s foot in it—(coll.) do or say smth. stupid, especially unintentionally: Just when Nan needed to be handled especially carefully, Tim had elected to put his foot in it. put one’s foot on it—(coll.) accelerate when driving a car (also: put one’s foot down): I don’t like driving fast, so I get really afraid […]
Difference between Put one’s foot down and Put one’s foot to the floor
put one’s foot down—(coll.) 1. take up a firm stand on an issue: One of the best things Pope John Paul II has done is to put his foot down about women priests. 2. (also: put one’s foot on it) accelerate when driving a car: I put my foot down and the Zephyr gathered speed […]
Difference between Put one’s best face on and Put one’s face on
put one’s best face on—assume as pleasant an appearance or manner as possible: She was not a very gracious person but before her aunt Matilda she always put her best face on. put one’s face on—(coll.) put on make-up: I’ve got to go upstairs and put my face on, very quickly.
Difference between Put on weight and Put the weight
put on weight—(of a person) become heavier, fatter: I have to go on a diet because I’ve been putting on a little weight lately. put the weight—(Sport) put the shot (throw a heavy iron ball): Toe-board—a board marking the limit of the thrower’s run in putting the weight.
Difference between Put on the gloves and Take off the gloves
put on the gloves—prepare to engage in a serious debate, argument, etc.: When you have the guts to debate the issues on merit instead of intolerance, I’m ready to put on the gloves. take off the gloves—argue, compete, or deal with smb. harshly: The government has made clear that if any academic challenges government policy, […]