1
: well or firmly established
… well-set in his own values.—
William Johnson
William Johnson2
: strongly built
a well-set athlete
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In Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season, a little light was shone on how the fortunes of teams may go this year, including who is well-set and who is still missing pieces to succeed.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2025
In a 350° F oven, cook for 1 hour, or until well-set.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2025
But the real Milan is in the details: the perfect curve of a 1930s door handle, the way a terrazzo floor catches the afternoon light, the effortless precision of a well-set table.
—Natalie Stoclet, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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Ben Morse, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2025
In a 350° F oven, cook for 1 hour, or until well-set.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2025
But the real Milan is in the details: the perfect curve of a 1930s door handle, the way a terrazzo floor catches the afternoon light, the effortless precision of a well-set table.
—Natalie Stoclet, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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“Well-set.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-set. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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