Put not forth thyself in the presence of the king, and stand not in the place of great men; for better it is that it be said unto thee, Come up hither; than that thou shouldest be put lower in the presence of the prince whom thine eyes have seen. Bible.
Put the saddle on the right horse. Pr.
Put your best foot foremost. Congreve. 30
Put your foot down where you mean to stand. Pr.
Put your hand no farther than your sleeve will reach. Pr.
Put your hand quickly to your hat and slowly to your purse, and you'll take no harm. Pr.
Put your own shoulder to the wheel. Pr.
Put your trust in God, and keep your powder 35 dry. Cromwell.
Putting out the natural eye of one's mind to see better with a telescope. Carlyle.