Verbs of Manual Action - Verbs for Placement

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to placement such as "set", "install", and "lay".

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to set [verb]

to put something or someone somewhere or in a certain position

Ex: The vase of flowers was set by the window .

to plonk [verb]

to drop or place something heavily and without much care

Ex: In frustration , she plonked her books onto the table after a challenging study session .

to set up [verb]

to place a temporary structure in a specific place

Ex: Volunteers arrived early to set up the shelters for the homeless population , providing a safe and warm place during the winter months .

to situate [verb]

to place something in a particular position or setting

Ex: The event planner decided to situate the stage at the center of the venue for optimal visibility .

to deposit [verb]

to place or fix something in a specific location

Ex: The hiker found a secluded spot to deposit the camping gear before exploring the area .

to insert [verb]

to place or add something into a specific space or object

Ex: The nurse skillfully inserted the needle into the patient 's arm for a blood test .

to fit [verb]

to place or adjust several objects or people in a way that works well with a particular space or arrangement

Ex: The organizer tried to fit the furniture into the small living room for an optimal layout .

to deploy [verb]

to position soldiers or equipment for military action

Ex: In response to the threat , the army was ordered to deploy additional units to the border .

to install [verb]

to set a piece of equipment in place and make it ready for use

Ex: Homeowners often hire professionals to install air conditioning units for proper cooling .

to put [verb]

to move something or someone from one place or position to another

Ex: She put the child in the car seat .

to put down [verb]

to stop carrying something by putting it on the ground

Ex: He put down his suitcase and rushed to greet his family .

to place [verb]

to lay or put something somewhere

Ex: Please place your keys on the designated hook by the entrance .

to space [verb]

to arrange or position things to create a gap or distance between them

Ex: The event coordinator decided to space the chairs apart for a comfortable seating arrangement .

to plant [verb]

to secretly put something or someone in a specific position for observation or to trick others

Ex: To catch the thief , the store owner decided to plant a tracking device on valuable merchandise .

to position [verb]

to put into a specific location

Ex: She carefully positioned the flower vase on the center of the table as a focal point .

to lay [verb]

to carefully place something or someone down in a horizontal position

Ex: To avoid wrinkles , he carefully laid the freshly ironed shirt on the bed .

to posit [verb]

to put or place something in a particular position

Ex: The chef posited the ingredients on the countertop before starting to cook .

to slot [verb]

to fit or place something into a specific position or space

Ex: The mechanic slotted the new battery into place in the engine compartment .

Verbs of Manual Action
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