set out; setting out; sets out
1
a
: to arrange and present graphically or systematically
b
: to mark out (something, such as a design) : lay out the plan of
2
: to state, describe, or recite at length
distributed copies of a pamphlet setting out his ideas in full—
S. F. Mason
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: to start out on a course, a journey, or a career
set out across the country
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Noun
the setout of the stations at the polling place was a little confusing
Verb
in his inaugural address, the president set out his vision for the nation over the next four years
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David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2025
The bank also sets out to achieve a net interest income (NII) — a key profitability metric that indicates the money a bank made from loans after deducting the interest paid on deposits — of £7.4 billion across its retail unit this year, in line with expectations cited by Citi analysts.
—Ruxandra Iordache, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2025
When his brother, Malon (Aria), suffers a serious injury and faces financial strain to underworld figures, Patton sets out to avenge him in a ONE Championship fight with the help of veteran trainer Sammy (Crowe).
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2025
Intake recommendations often vary, so last year, Flow Space set out to determine exactly how much protein midlife women really need.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 12 Feb. 2025
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Verb
Last year, President Biden appointed Hampton Dellinger to the five-year term set out in the law, and he was confirmed by the Senate.
—David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2025
The bank also sets out to achieve a net interest income (NII) — a key profitability metric that indicates the money a bank made from loans after deducting the interest paid on deposits — of £7.4 billion across its retail unit this year, in line with expectations cited by Citi analysts.
—Ruxandra Iordache, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2025
When his brother, Malon (Aria), suffers a serious injury and faces financial strain to underworld figures, Patton sets out to avenge him in a ONE Championship fight with the help of veteran trainer Sammy (Crowe).
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2025
Intake recommendations often vary, so last year, Flow Space set out to determine exactly how much protein midlife women really need.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 12 Feb. 2025
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“Setout.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/setout. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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