put to

US /pʊt tuː/
UK /pʊt tuː/
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1.

soumettre à, proposer à

to propose or submit something for consideration or decision

:
The idea was put to the committee for approval.
L'idée a été soumise au comité pour approbation.
He put the question to the audience.
Il a posé la question au public.
2.

mettre à, utiliser pour

to cause someone or something to be in a particular state or position

:
The loud noise put the baby to sleep.
Le bruit fort a endormi le bébé.
He put his skills to good use.
Il a mis ses compétences à bon usage.