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Recent Examples of set pieceThese tendencies are most consequential in the kidnapping scene, a gnarled set piece that, in its planning and execution, seems to defy even dream logic.—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 8 Oct. 2025 Jay decides to take all of them with him on a European trip in pursuit of his daughter, who’s headed to a jazz festival, as the film turns into a screwball set piece on a train.—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 29 Sep. 2025 The big climactic set piece is somehow both maddeningly ambiguous and head-smackingly obvious, a maximalist attempt at making a statement that talks loud and says nothing.—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025 Jude Law in Black Rabbit Netflix Advertisement The foundation of their complicated relationship, even more than the story behind the opening set piece, is the show’s animating mystery.—Judy Berman, Time, 7 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for set piece
Anrabess Waffle-Knit Lounge Set Anrabess’ loungewear set has a more preppy look with its collared long-sleeve top and matching relaxed pants.
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Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
After walking through the results of the study and describing the peril that cancer poses, Mokdad suggested to the officials that Lebanon could improve its health screening, ban smoking in public spaces and launch a set of aggressive anti-tobacco ads.
Go further by Set the scene with warm lighting, textured serving trays, and small plates of complementary bites for that boutique cafe feel.
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Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Oct. 2025
The holiday decor scene is saturated—nutcrackers, gingerbread houses, bow garlands, wreaths, strings of snowflakes, glittery pinecones, and that nativity scene that’s been passed down for generations.
That’s especially true against the backdrop of a government shutdown that starved the market of a host of economic data.
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Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
26 Oct. 2025
Set against a backdrop of ivory and sand tones, the elegant furnishings employ elevated silhouettes and textured fabrics, while the cobalt blue chef’s kitchen brings an unexpected vibrancy to the open-living layout.
After the release of the 2024 biopic A Complete Unknown, which emphasized how Dylan was influenced by Guthrie, a Dylan Center exhibit showcased props from the movie.
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Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
22 Oct. 2025
And on this particular take, the flames immediately lick up the side of the prop and almost catch on the fabric of his sleeve.
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Sydney Bucksbaum,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Oct. 2025
The three suspects damaged property and smashed several iPads taken from a special education classroom, according to a Facebook post by the Chandler Police Department.
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Wren Smetana,
AZCentral.com,
26 Oct. 2025
Phillips also asked that their assets be divided up by the court as separate property, with no indication in the papers that the exes had a prenup in place.
Oversize black aviator sunglasses and citrine drop earrings were the perfect finishing touches.
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Kelsey Stewart,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
These lightweight, waterproof shoes feature plush cushioning and a 12mm heel-to-toe drop to absorb impact during heel strikes.
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Nora Colomer
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