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as in to put
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
set up tables in the living room for the party
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as in to establish
to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of
set up a scholarship fund for deserving students from the inner city
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as in to erect
to fix in an upright position
set up a post from which to hang the sign
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as in to build
to form by putting together parts or materials
set up the prefabricated shed by following the instructions
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as in to heal
to restore to a healthy condition
don't worry, the doctor will set you up in no time
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as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
the textbook's setup calls for a list of questions at the end of each chapter
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as in sequence
the way objects in space or events in time are arranged or follow one another
changed the setup of the living room furniture several times before being satisfied
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Recent Examples of set up
Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2025
The jury saw a Dec. 14 transfer from an account set up to manage Combs' home in Alpine, New Jersey, to Cassie Ventura for $20,000.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 3 June 2025
Denise Petski, Deadline, 5 June 2025
The sale also included a private slip—big enough for a 60-foot boat—making this a dream setup for anyone who prefers arriving home by water.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 June 2025
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Verb
Two days after Collyer and Stocker were arrested, police arrested 31-year-old Phineas Ambrose Float after a delivery sting set up by law enforcement that involved the other two suspects handing the drug to him in the parking lot of a hotel in Denpasar.
—Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2025
The jury saw a Dec. 14 transfer from an account set up to manage Combs' home in Alpine, New Jersey, to Cassie Ventura for $20,000.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 3 June 2025
Noun
What followed was usually a setup from one of his co-stars followed by a snappy one-liner from Norm.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 5 June 2025
The sale also included a private slip—big enough for a 60-foot boat—making this a dream setup for anyone who prefers arriving home by water.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set up
Verb
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Trump was given 10 days to put the injunction into effect, per the order accompanying the ruling.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
30 May 2025
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Not to be overlooked, the move puts Airbnb in business with the largest concert promoter and live entertainment company in the world.—
Cathy Applefeld Olson,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
Verb
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In spite of his ability to carry the ball forward — a point of difference from his fellow midfielders — Willock has never quite established himself as integral, at least in part because of his struggles with injury.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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Over the course of his prolific, three-decade career, the American filmmaker has established a signature aesthetic and working style that could convince any actor to beg him for a part — almost any actor.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
5 June 2025
Verb
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The regular season is winding down this month, but the Summer for the City festival is coming up, and a crew is erecting a stage near the central fountain.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
30 May 2025
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According to the lawsuit, the Williamses erected a shed against the church’s fence.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
30 May 2025
Verb
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Former combatants in Colombia’s long-standing internal conflict are increasingly being lured to Mexico by criminal groups to train hitmen, build bombs and fight bloody turf battles.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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Being transparent in this way helps build trust and demonstrates a genuine dedication to improvement.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
9 June 2025
Verb
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Rather than pushing forward, take this time to heal, recharge, and prepare for what’s next.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 June 2025
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As a result, the Royals took a precautionary measure to allow Erceg to heal from the injury.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
30 May 2025
Noun
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On the top floor, there is a two-bedroom penthouse available with a 550 sq ft. wraparound terrace, as well as three-bedroom option with an even larger terrace, ensuite bathrooms, and an open layout with a dining area, and a lounge area with a daybed and sectional sofa.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
3 June 2025
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The latter offers a layout featuring a prominent round tachometer in the center of the cluster flanked by customizable displays for the engine’s effort, suspension settings and other monitoring.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
2 June 2025
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So there was an overall analog approach to the fight sequences, the set builds, the cinematography and the color palette.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
30 May 2025
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The child starts to recognize quantities, sequences, and patterns.—
Jose Bolanos,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
Verb
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The renowned luxury hotel is situated just a few blocks from Lake Michigan and not too far from the Near West Side, where Harpo Studios, Winfrey’s multimedia production company, was located at the time.—
Joyce Chen,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2025
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This resort along the Lesser Antilles features Vincy Overwater Two-Story Villas, spacious suites situated in a secluded cove with a dedicated second-floor deck offering ocean views.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
30 May 2025
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“Set up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set%20up. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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