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set pieces

noun

plural of set piece
as in mise-en-scènes

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  1. scenes
  2. decors
  3. sets
Noun
  • One of the novel’s sharpest scenes comes when Ellen calls and Ruby, hearing urgency in her voice, runs automatically through the house to find better signal.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Dunn declined comment on specific scenes or storylines, but said Baron Cohen has been working on the movie for years and Ali G’s contemporary relevance has been honed alongside many collaborators.
    — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of scenes
Noun
  • The soft organic stretchy cotton is pediatrician recommended for sensitive skin, and the thoughtful designs will look great in a variety of nursery decors.
    — DeVonne Goode, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
  • The pearl color matches most home decors.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2026
Definition of decors
Noun
  • Two sets of Brooks River behemoths duke it out, including last year’s champion, Bear #32 (Chunk).
    — Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Between working from home, being a busy mom to a toddler, and prioritizing comfort, matching sets are my go-to uniform.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of sets
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“Set pieces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set%20pieces. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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