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as in to record
to make a written note of
set down the names of those in attendance
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as in to consider
to think of in a particular way
early in the campaign, voters set the senator down as an opportunist, and the perception stuck
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Recent Examples of set down
Andreasson arrived nine years ago on a temporary project and wound up setting down roots.
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David Shortell, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Then there’s Peg, who arrives in a bomb-diffusion suit and sets down a ticking bomb.
—Ali Barthwell, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2025
Alcaraz also won the 2025 French Open, coming back from two sets down to triumph over Sinner in what many are calling one of the greatest matches ever played.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 19 Sep. 2025
Like many of her Nashville castmates, Lennon set down permanent roots in the music city, taking PEOPLE inside her home in 2018.
—Avalon Hester, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
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David Shortell, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Then there’s Peg, who arrives in a bomb-diffusion suit and sets down a ticking bomb.
—Ali Barthwell, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2025
Alcaraz also won the 2025 French Open, coming back from two sets down to triumph over Sinner in what many are calling one of the greatest matches ever played.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 19 Sep. 2025
Like many of her Nashville castmates, Lennon set down permanent roots in the music city, taking PEOPLE inside her home in 2018.
—Avalon Hester, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set down
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Between the two lies a great outdoor bar, where all are welcome to sit and grab cocktails and snacks.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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That’s lower than Sunderland, who currently sit six points ahead, with Everton’s greater survival chances reflecting their experience and squad depth.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
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Austin Reaves recorded 25 points, 11 assists, and seven rebounds, while Rui Hachimura added 23 points of his own.—
Cole Sullivan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Rozier played that night, but recorded just five points and four rebounds in 10 minutes before exiting with a foot injury.—
Shakeia Taylor,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Now, Seven Point is strongly considering Houlihan Lokey to provide the mark-to-market valuation analysis of its portfolio holdings to deliver to investors.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
1 Nov. 2025
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The 24 entry-level terrace rooms start at 645 square feet, with spacious balconies overlooking the garden; the 14 Upper Terrace rooms, one floor up, are the same size, but considered ocean-facing, given the elevated viewpoint.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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Inside all those windows, a full-width sofa seats the entire family and offers under-seat storage compartments.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 Nov. 2025
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The couple were spotted seated in the front row behind home plate, ahead of baseball icon Sandy Koufax.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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Darren Yapi was the Rapids’ best bang-for-your-buck player on the roster, logging career highs in goals (eight) and assists (two) for just $104,000 annually.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
29 Oct. 2025
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The United States Forest Service’s management of Hoosier National Forest, which includes plans to log and burn thousands of acres in the Houston South region, has been a particular point of contention among environmentalists.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
29 Oct. 2025
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Former Middlesbrough boss Carrick is highly regarded too, and — like O’Neil — is out of work at present.—
David Ornstein,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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In the United States, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) does not currently hold any policy regarding window shades upon aircraft takeoff and landing.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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China has been building the world’s largest navy, launching high-tech warships at a frenetic pace under the leadership of Xi Jinping, putting pressure on the United States and its Pacific allies to keep pace.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
26 Oct. 2025
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In addition to Hermitage Farm, Laura Lee Brown and Wilson, who also founded the 21c Museum Hotel chain, have put more than 2,400 acres of land in agriculture conservation easements in Oldham County.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Oct. 2025
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Toru kept a notebook with advice for Shohei One way Toru kept Shohei grounded and focused on his sport was through a journal the two shared where Toru would write down advice for his son.—
Rebecca Aizin,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Steps like clearing a workspace together or writing down all pressing tasks can make the first step ridiculously small and naturally build momentum.—
Ana Homayoun,
CNBC,
27 Oct. 2025
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