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set by

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of set by

to keep or intend for a special purpose
  • I have set by the earnings from my weekend job to use as vacation money.
Synonyms of set by

allocate, consecrate, dedicate, devote, earmark, give up (to), reserve, save
Words Related to set by

bless, hallow, sanctify

commit, confide, consign, entrust (also intrust)

apply, bestow, employ, use
Phrases Synonymous with set by

set apart, set aside
Near Antonyms of set by

ignore, neglect

misapply, misuse

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