set forth

phrase

Synonyms of set forthnext
1
: to give an account or statement of
2
: to start out on a journey

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Another condition set forth by the commission is that Spellacy must comply with the town’s code concerning signage for the property. — Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026 On Tuesday, Will Wade mentioned that LSU would follow the orders set forth by the SEC. — Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2026 Unfortunately, as many fans have pointed out, none of the songs add to the narrative set forth in Showgirl. — Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 28 Sep. 2026 But as explained at length above, no such bad motive is required to support a designation under the much broader definition set forth in section 4713. — Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for set forth

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“Set forth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/set%20forth. Accessed 23 Oct. 2026.

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