Synonyms of set
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as in to sit 
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as in to choose
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as in to estimate
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as in to lounge
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as in to aim
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as in to decide
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as in to secure
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as in to freeze
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as in to put
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as in to harden
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as in faction
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as in pack
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as in cluster
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as in type
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as in scenery
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as in go
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as in stuck
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as in determined
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as in certain
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as in to choose
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority
set a date for the wedding
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as in to estimate
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
fire losses were set at a million dollars
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as in to aim
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
determined to see the West, she set her car towards the sun and drove off
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as in to decide
to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of
finally set some plans for the luncheon
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as in to secure
to put securely in place or in a desired position
had the jeweler set the diamond again
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as in to freeze
to turn from a liquid into a substance resembling jelly
the gelatin is just starting to set now
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as in to put
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
set a book on the table
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as in to harden
to become physically firm or solid
the concrete must set completely before anyone can walk on it
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as in faction
a group of people acting together within a larger group
the younger set is less likely to volunteer for the church's annual rummage sale
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as in pack
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
they rarely associate with anyone outside their social set
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as in cluster
a number of things considered as a unit
a set of tools
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as in type
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
the next set of job applicants had far more education and practical experience
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as in go
being in a state of fitness for some experience or action
we're all set to go
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as in stuck
firmly positioned in place and difficult to dislodge
that rock is really set in the hillside
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as in determined
fully committed to achieving a goal
set on being the first in her family to graduate from college
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as in certain
having been established and usually not subject to change
the library is only open during set hours
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as in specific
of a particular or exact sort
international law has set rules for the treatment of prisoners of war
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as in deliberate
made, given, or done with full awareness of what one is doing
it was not my set purpose to cause trouble for anyone
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Recent Examples of set
Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 9 Feb. 2025
Zoom in: For the book, which is set for release March 18, I was given extensive access to Trump's inner circle during his campaign.
—Alex Isenstadt, Axios, 9 Feb. 2025
Chris Foran, Journal Sentinel, 10 Feb. 2025
Having lost a close first set against Krueger, Bencic responded in impressive fashion by playing more aggressive tennis and breaking her opponent’s serve five times over the next two sets.
—George Ramsay, CNN, 9 Feb. 2025
Michelle F. Solomon and, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2025
For Barrymore, the conversation frequently centered on her near crystal clear on set recollections, including her unscripted interactions with E.T., some of which were caught on 35mm as part of behind-the-scenes footage.
—Abbey White, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Jan. 2025
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The Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles are set for a rematch of their 2023 championship battle.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 9 Feb. 2025
Zoom in: For the book, which is set for release March 18, I was given extensive access to Trump's inner circle during his campaign.
—Alex Isenstadt, Axios, 9 Feb. 2025
Noun
The irony was that the Downtown Association had installed a new set of Christmas lights.
—Chris Foran, Journal Sentinel, 10 Feb. 2025
Having lost a close first set against Krueger, Bencic responded in impressive fashion by playing more aggressive tennis and breaking her opponent’s serve five times over the next two sets.
—George Ramsay, CNN, 9 Feb. 2025
Adjective
There are multiple scenes, which demand different configurations and no set change.
—Michelle F. Solomon and, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2025
For Barrymore, the conversation frequently centered on her near crystal clear on set recollections, including her unscripted interactions with E.T., some of which were caught on 35mm as part of behind-the-scenes footage.
—Abbey White, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Jan. 2025
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Her work sits at the crossroads of strategy, sustainability, and culture, with the purpose of blending research with real-world impact.—
Alyson Meister,
Harvard Business Review,
7 Feb. 2025
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Members of the Litchfield Police Department sat at two tables in the back of the Civic Arena meeting room as other agenda items were discussed.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Their rollout has not always gone smoothly: Many officers choose not to activate them, leading some departments to use cameras that activate automatically as a gun is removed from a holster, for example.—
Thomas C. Zambito,
USA TODAY,
17 Feb. 2025
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However, a 2023 Gallup poll found that this demographic is much less likely to choose an electric vehicle as their car of choice.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
16 Feb. 2025
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It is estimated to reach USD 166.89 billion in 2025, with North America leading the way with the largest market share, accounting for 38.0% of the total market.—
Alexandra Harbert,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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Rents are estimated between $1,150 and $2,400 per month.—
Erik S. Hanley,
Journal Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2025
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One of the restaurants aiming to change Fort Lauderdale’s dining scene is about to open an upscale sports bar.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
14 Feb. 2025
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In a series of decisive actions aimed at downsizing the federal workforce, Trump initiated mass firings targeting probationary employees across multiple federal agencies.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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The singer decided to busk on the city’s Church Street ahead of his concert, but police officers literally pulled the plug, saying Sheeran didn’t have proper permission.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
10 Feb. 2025
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Remember, this was more than a decade ago, when coaches were far more conservative in deciding to go for it or punt.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2025
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The services of an architect will not be secured until after the bond issue.—
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Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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In addition, Keel helped secure Toho’s first Oscar for Godzilla Minus One (Best Visual Effects, 2024).—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2025
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When Trump issued a destructive memo freezing all federal loans and grants, the rejection was instantaneous and widespread as constituents nationwide reacted.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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In an effort to onboard users, Tubi was running a free livestream for the championship game, —which ended in a victory for the Eagles—but things didn’t exactly go swimmingly, with multiple users reporting intermittent buffering issues and freezes.—
Dimitar 'Mix' Mihov,
Forbes,
10 Feb. 2025
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How much torment are the pit crews willing to put their amateur survivalists through to win a grand prize of $250,000?—
Mark Peikert,
IndieWire,
10 Feb. 2025
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By the time Bar-Kar contacted her with the hopes of portraying her life onscreen, Ian put her through the paces and asked her to make a 20-minute film as a pitch.—
Audra Heinrichs,
Rolling Stone,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Set.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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