Synonyms of set
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as in to sit 
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as in to choose
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as in to estimate
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as in to lounge
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as in to aim
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as in to decide
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as in to secure
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as in to freeze
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as in to put
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as in to harden
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as in faction
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as in pack
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as in cluster
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as in type
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as in scenery
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as in go
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as in stuck
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as in determined
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as in certain
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as in to choose
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority
set a date for the wedding
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as in to estimate
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
fire losses were set at a million dollars
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as in to aim
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
determined to see the West, she set her car towards the sun and drove off
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as in to decide
to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of
finally set some plans for the luncheon
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as in to secure
to put securely in place or in a desired position
had the jeweler set the diamond again
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as in to freeze
to turn from a liquid into a substance resembling jelly
the gelatin is just starting to set now
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as in to put
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
set a book on the table
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as in to harden
to become physically firm or solid
the concrete must set completely before anyone can walk on it
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as in faction
a group of people acting together within a larger group
the younger set is less likely to volunteer for the church's annual rummage sale
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as in pack
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
they rarely associate with anyone outside their social set
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as in cluster
a number of things considered as a unit
a set of tools
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as in type
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
the next set of job applicants had far more education and practical experience
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as in go
being in a state of fitness for some experience or action
we're all set to go
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as in stuck
firmly positioned in place and difficult to dislodge
that rock is really set in the hillside
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as in determined
fully committed to achieving a goal
set on being the first in her family to graduate from college
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as in certain
having been established and usually not subject to change
the library is only open during set hours
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as in specific
of a particular or exact sort
international law has set rules for the treatment of prisoners of war
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as in deliberate
made, given, or done with full awareness of what one is doing
it was not my set purpose to cause trouble for anyone
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Recent Examples of set
Melissa A. Wheeler, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
These were much larger and more architecturally complex, and they were positioned in elevated, visible locations that were set away from settlements and pastures.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Apr. 2025
Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2025
Following a set at Governors Ball Music Festival, the R&B singer will make stops in Philadelphia, Boston, Atlanta, Chicago, Seattle, and more cities before wrapping up the short leg on September 27 in Los Angeles.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 23 Apr. 2025
Alex Ritman, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
So the criteria are pretty set here: The Rangers would almost certainly not be taking a flier on the University of Denver’s David Carle, the most successful amateur coach around, and also likely not on Cam Abbott, who has had success in Europe and now at the AHL level.
—Arthur Staple, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
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Verb
Use your lunch date to set a timeline or to outline next steps.
—Melissa A. Wheeler, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
These were much larger and more architecturally complex, and they were positioned in elevated, visible locations that were set away from settlements and pastures.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Apr. 2025
Noun
This 100% premium cotton set includes a duvet cover and two matching shams, all in an eye-catching honeycomb pattern.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2025
Following a set at Governors Ball Music Festival, the R&B singer will make stops in Philadelphia, Boston, Atlanta, Chicago, Seattle, and more cities before wrapping up the short leg on September 27 in Los Angeles.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
Alongside sell out performances and critical acclaim, the West End show — from Sonia Friedman Productions and directed by Stephen Daldry alongside Justin Martin — would land two Olivier Awards in 2024, for best entertainment of comedy play and for set design.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
So the criteria are pretty set here: The Rangers would almost certainly not be taking a flier on the University of Denver’s David Carle, the most successful amateur coach around, and also likely not on Cam Abbott, who has had success in Europe and now at the AHL level.
—Arthur Staple, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set
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Pena, sitting at No. 3 in the women’s bantamweight rankings, earned a shot at Amanda Nunes and her bantamweight title in December 2021.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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The gray and white dog was tied to a car, one of the 10 vehicles plus an RV sitting on the land in March.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
20 Apr. 2025
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There are three temperature settings to choose from, and the cooling option works similarly to an ice roller—offering cooling benefits that soothe swelling, refresh tired eyes, and refine the look of pores.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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To learn more about fast internet, download and upload speeds, and for tips on choosing a speed without paying too much, check out our guide below.—
David Brinkerhoff,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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Singh and her collaborators estimated that improvements to modifiable risk factors could prevent or slow at least 60 percent of strokes, 40 percent of dementia cases, and 35 percent of late-life depression cases.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The finance department estimated that the 1% salary increase would cost the state $120 million.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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After several years of blockbuster growth in the remodeling and design business, the White House’s erratic rollout of tariffs aimed at reshaping global trade is already taking a toll.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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Since then, North Korea has conducted a series of tests aimed at acquiring these capabilities.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Apr. 2025
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Rudd agrees and, delighted by the experience, returns the favor for Samberg, who decides to don only a T-shirt for his portrait.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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After years of struggling with symptoms and no relief, despite doing everything her medical team recommended, Cecilia decided to find a new care team.—
Korin Miller,
Flow Space,
23 Apr. 2025
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The Spartans finished fourth in the session, but secured a No. 6 final ranking, their highest in program history.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Rookie center Zach Edey played well above his age in his first taste of the NBA postseason, scoring 14 points and securing 17 rebounds.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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Her decision to freeze her eggs wasn't made lightly.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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Prosecutors say that Read backed her Lexus SUV into O’Keefe at up to 24 mph in the early morning hours of Jan. 29, 2022, leaving him to freeze and die on the front lawn of 34 Fairview Road in Canton.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2025
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Both leaders tend to put their feet in their mouths.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
23 Apr. 2025
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The fest in the Czech spa town has earned a reputation as one of the biggest summer celebrations of film in Central Europe, putting the spotlight on new releases from the region and far beyond, along with highlights of the film festival circuit from the past year.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Set.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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