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set (oneself) up as (something)

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Definition of set (oneself) up as (something) 

1 : to try to make people believe that one is (something) He sets himself up as a defender of the people, but he's really only interested in getting more power.

2 : to start one's own business She set herself up as a wedding planner.

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Seton

set one's own house in order

set (oneself) against

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Setophaga

setose

set out

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