set by

verb

set by; setting by; sets by

transitive verb

: to set apart for future use

Synonyms of set by

• dedicate
• devote
• set apart
• save
• give up (to)
• set aside

Examples of set by in a Sentence

I have set by the earnings from my weekend job to use as vacation money.

Recent Examples on the Web

The company said its generating operating reserve margins, which are set by the Southwest Power Pool, have increased since 2021 to ensure reliable service. —Barbara Hoberock, Oklahoma Voice, 21 Jan. 2026

The first of these proposals calls for a coordinated regional response to federal immigration raids, following the example set by Santa Clara County, with public outreach plans and staff trainings on how to protect residents accessing the county’s social services, courts and health care facilities. —Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2026

Baker finished with 1,012 more yards than the previous school record of 2,084 that was set by Byron Hanspard in 1993. —Greg Riddle, Dallas Morning News, 21 Jan. 2026

Companies with strong competitive positions in chips, networking, and data center equipment have floors set by government mandates and multi-year hyperscaler contracts. —Jon Markman, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1601, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for set by

• apply
• awry
• belie
• bely
• bigeye
• bonsai
• buckeye
• comply
• coxae
• decry
• defy
• deny