The Open Dictionary

put someone through something

Related to word: put

Phrasal Verb

Definition (education)

  1. to finance someone's education at a school, college, or university

    • Her parents decided to put her through college by covering all her tuition fees.

    • Her grandparents have been putting him through school to support his aspirations.

    • This scholarship allows me to finish my studies without putting too much strain on my parents.

Definition (experience)

  1. to cause someone to undergo an unpleasant or challenging experience

    • His parents put him through so much unnecessary pressure; it’s really unfortunate.

    • Losing her partner put her through deep anguish.

    • Going through the layoffs at work put all of us through a tough time.