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 specific
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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 scenery
the array of painted backgrounds and furnishings used to establish the setting in a stage production
built sets for the play
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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
Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
Superior’s sheet set from Wayfair has a 650 thread count, comes in 19 color options, and is currently on sale for up to 62 percent off.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 4 Feb. 2026
Sakchai Lalit, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
On set, the three of us got to riff, toss around our own style of humor, and take an already hilarious script to another level.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Feb. 2026
Eline Van Der Velden, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
As part of that deal, the company said the Commerce Department received $50 million worth of equity in the company, while the DoD received warrants in the company that give it the option to buy the company’s stock at a set price.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Every Day Starting your day with a quick, achievable task like making your bed can create a sense of control and accomplishment that sets a positive tone for the rest of the day, week, and longer.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
Superior’s sheet set from Wayfair has a 650 thread count, comes in 19 color options, and is currently on sale for up to 62 percent off.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 4 Feb. 2026
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The set-ups served as essential to a scam where people are targeted by scam operators pretending to be officials or other authority figures.
—Sakchai Lalit, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
On set, the three of us got to riff, toss around our own style of humor, and take an already hilarious script to another level.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Behind the scenes, talented individuals are creating new costumes, set design, hair, make-up, and directing funny lines for her.
—Eline Van Der Velden, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
As part of that deal, the company said the Commerce Department received $50 million worth of equity in the company, while the DoD received warrants in the company that give it the option to buy the company’s stock at a set price.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set
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The restaurant has occupied the space for decades, sits steps from the ski lifts in Vail Village, and is a local favorite for skiers, tourists and locals alike.—
Spencer Wilson,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Video footage that circulated on social media shows the tourist lying motionless on the snowy ground, with the leopard sitting nearby.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
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Ships have real inertia and Newtonian physics, and pilots can choose to toggle flight assistance on to help stabilize their often unpredictable craft, or off to perform mind-bending maneuvers that can be the edge between life and death in high-skill player versus player shootouts.—
Alan Bradley,
Space.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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Goldis chose not to stand down, letting the deadline pass.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
31 Jan. 2026
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The company estimates that the complex will cost about $200 million, including $50 million for the first phase of construction, Aviation International News reported.—
Amaia Gavica,
Miami Herald,
3 Feb. 2026
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Lamont has repeatedly balked at such suggestions, pointing to estimated $1 billion in annual costs.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
3 Feb. 2026
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The Hoosier Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
5 Feb. 2026
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The Rhode Island Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.—
Staff Reports,
The Providence Journal,
5 Feb. 2026
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Winners of the Lucky for Life top prize of $1,000 a day for life and second prize of $25,000 a year for life can decide to collect the prize for a minimum of 20 years or take a lump sum cash payment.—
Staff Reports,
The Providence Journal,
7 Feb. 2026
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His exit was immediate; he has been replaced by the mayor pro tem, just as Sawyer replaced Nail before the collapse of the police force, and the council will decide whether to hold a special election later this month.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
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To keep costs down, Szakin explains that booking airfare in advance is one of the best ways travelers can secure lower prices.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2026
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School officials started evacuating students Friday morning while law enforcement secured the area.—
Julianna Duennes Russ,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Feb. 2026
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The Ohio River has not frozen over in Louisville since the 1970s.—
Stephanie Stremplewski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
7 Feb. 2026
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Hard cheeses like Cheddar, Gouda, or Parmesan have a lower moisture content and can be frozen, although its best to grate or shred them first for easy thawing.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
6 Feb. 2026
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The couple heard police on a loudspeaker tell someone to put his weapon down and end the situation peacefully shortly before the helicopter arrived.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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McMillan, taken eighth overall by the Panthers in last year’s NFL Draft, put together a rookie campaign with 70 receptions (122 targets) for 1,014 yards and seven touchdowns.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Set.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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