| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
put forward [pʊt ˈfɔːrwərd] | to suggest an idea or plan |
Other meanings
- to propose someone for a position or role
- to state an opinion or argument
- to move a date/time earlier (less common, formal)
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "put forward"
- She put forward a new idea during the meeting.
- His name was put forward for the chairman position.
- Several arguments were put forward in defense of the proposal.
- Can we put the deadline forward by a week?
Features of Using "put forward"
This phrasal verb is commonly used in formal and professional contexts. The most frequent meaning is “to suggest an idea” or “to nominate someone.” It is transitive and separable, so the object can come between “put” and “forward” (“put an idea forward”). When used with time or dates, it means to make something happen earlier, but this usage is less common.
Other phrasal verbs with the verb put
put away
store something in its usual place
put on
to dress in or place clothes or accessories on your body
put off
to delay or postpone something
put up with
to tolerate or endure something unpleasant
put behind
to stop thinking about something unpleasant and move forward
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