set piece

noun

Definition of set piecenext
as in scenery

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Recent Examples of set piece Nashville added three more points to its lead in the Supporters' Shield race off a set piece when Woledzi used his head to score for the second time in his first season in the league. — CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026 Defender Henry Kessler scored for the first time in his fourth appearance for Charlotte two minutes later off a set piece — with another assist from Westwood — for a two-goal advantage. — ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026 This set piece would be crucial to building their sense of dread. — Amanda Karkoutly, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026 The 22-year-old Leroux scored his third goal of the season on a right-footed shot from close range following a set piece situation. — Mercury News, 16 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for set piece
Recent Examples of Synonyms for set piece
  1. scenery
  2. set
  3. decor
  4. scene
  5. backdrop
  6. prop
  7. property
  8. drop
Noun
  • The five-room Tammy Fender Holistic Spa offers a change of scenery from the rest of the hotel.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Sep. 2026
  • But the scenery in this particular slice of the country is also stunning.
    — Amber Harding OutKick, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of scenery
Noun
  • Even better, the versatile set is microwave safe and can also be used in the dishwasher, fridge, oven, and freezer.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The feature, which won Best Pitch at the Haugesund New Nordic Films in 2024, is now in post-production with a delivery set for the fall 2027.
    — Annika Pham, Variety, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of set
Noun
  • Some of that decor includes bedding and blankets, because what’s fall without feeling extra cozy?
    — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Ahead, design industry pros share the 7 decor mistakes that could be outdating your living room, along with simple fixes to refresh the space.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of decor
Noun
  • Although the scene mirrors the Kylo and Ren dynamic of alluding to the eventual shift in their relationship, Scanlon isn’t certain that choice was intentional.
    — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Amenities and experiences The pool scene here is hard to beat.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of scene
Noun
  • That favorable backdrop has lifted Micron shares nearly 280% this year.
    — Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026
  • In a circular twist, old garments were given a second life and transformed into custom materials used as a dramatic backdrop for Chaumet’s storefront.
    — Virginia Corneli, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of backdrop
Noun
  • Among the props are claymation red pepper and bacon with armature arms, olive barbells, frozen food boxes, and desserts.
    — Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2026
  • There are also no college player props allowed in New York sports betting.
    — OutKick, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of prop
Noun
  • Let the explosion of vintage typewriters suspended from the giant wall abutting the check-in desk be your first clue as to what this contemporary but cosseting boutique property is all about.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Sep. 2026
  • The immediate significance lies in confirming that hafnia possesses the underlying property naturally.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of property
Noun
  • One play before the touchdown, Cobb made up for his earlier drop with a catch-and-run on a screen pass that went for 46 yards and moved the ball to the Kennesaw State 2.
    — Michael Harley, Arkansas Online, 27 Sep. 2026
  • The travel-booking company also says that travelers headed to major cities for Thanksgiving or Christmas could see a price drop for hotels in the last 24-48 hours before the holiday.
    — Ayesha Ali, ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of drop

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“Set piece.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set%20piece. Accessed 2 Oct. 2026.

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