Put by

Pro Tip 1/3

Financial Planning

Use 'put by' to talk about regularly saving money for future needs or emergencies.

Every month I put by some money for unexpected expenses.

Pro Tip 2/3

Not Instant

'Put by' implies a gradual process, not saving something all at once.

She's been putting by a little every week for years.

Pro Tip 3/3

Long-term Goals

'Put by' is often used with long-term goals, like education or retirement.

He's putting by money for his children's college fund.