Meaning of the word "put something into perspective" in English
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put something into perspective
US /pʊt ˈsʌmθɪŋ ˈɪntuː pərˈspɛktɪv/
UK /pʊt ˈsʌmθɪŋ ˈɪntuː pərˈspɛktɪv/
Idiom
1.
to compare something to other things so that it can be accurately and fairly judged
Example:
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Talking to a war veteran really puts your own problems into perspective.
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The crisis helped him put things into perspective and realize what was truly important.
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