as in to describe
to give a representation or account of in words
in his inaugural address, the president set out his vision for the nation over the next four years
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as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
the setout of the stations at the polling place was a little confusing
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Recent Examples of set out
Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 14 May 2026
The approach has produced measurable success, strengthened community relationships and established a stronger foundation for recruitment, the very outcome Borowski and his team set out to achieve.
—Joy Lepola-Stewart, Baltimore Sun, 14 May 2026
Some people simply set out a cheese plate.
—Erin Bunch, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 May 2026
The Nature paper didn’t set out to establish cause and effect, but Ezzati alluded to research from others on possible factors to explain why obesity rates are rising in some places and tempered in others.
—Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 13 May 2026
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The city saw far more outdoor dining during the pandemic, when restaurants could set out tables and chairs in the sidewalks and streets with very minimal regulation.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 14 May 2026
The approach has produced measurable success, strengthened community relationships and established a stronger foundation for recruitment, the very outcome Borowski and his team set out to achieve.
—Joy Lepola-Stewart, Baltimore Sun, 14 May 2026
Some people simply set out a cheese plate.
—Erin Bunch, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 May 2026
The Nature paper didn’t set out to establish cause and effect, but Ezzati alluded to research from others on possible factors to explain why obesity rates are rising in some places and tempered in others.
—Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 13 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set out
Verb
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Maviglio described the ballot measure as a simple repeal of Proposition 14, and said he was inspired by the governor’s race.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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Doctors there describe them like hotel rooms, designed with en-suite bathrooms, exercise equipment, food delivery and Wi-Fi for patients staying for long periods.—
Chris Boyette,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
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Its name means tree, timber, and three – the latter a nod to the project's three-building layout.—
Adam Williams
May 09,
New Atlas,
9 May 2026
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With its easy-to-navigate grid layout and wide avenues, this is a resolutely two-wheel town.—
Rebecca Rose,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2026
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The show has a bootstrappy vibe in which individual grit and self-belief are portrayed as the keys to success.—
Julie Beck,
The Atlantic,
12 May 2026
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But in a March 19 response to the plaintiffs’ demand letter, according to the AP's reporting, Leita Walker, an attorney for Artists Equity, said that the film does not intend to tell the true story of that incident or to portray real people.—
Sarah Perkel,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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Since material from the mantle can reach the surface as tectonic plates stretch and begin to split apart, the study team believes this new geochemical data may serve as an early signal hinting at the formation of a new plate boundary.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
13 May 2026
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The combination of a sunscreen that is formulated with heavy, pore-clogging ingredients mixed with oil, makeup, dirt, and dead skin cells can cause blockages in your pores, which can result in the formation of acne.—
Abby Dupes,
StyleCaster,
13 May 2026
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What is depicted in these pages is beyond human comprehension.—
Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
14 May 2026
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The Goya frescoes depicting the miracle of Saint Anthony of Padua, painted in 1789, are a prime example of the artist’s revolutionary style.—
Devorah Lauter,
ARTnews.com,
14 May 2026
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The Outstanding Series Format Deck Presented by Canva Award recognizes one project in competition with $1,000 toward the creation of an exemplary format deck.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
12 May 2026
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Billboard began publishing a Modern Rock chart (now called Alternative Airplay) in the fall of 1988 to track radio hits in the rising new format pioneered by stations like KROQ and WHFS.—
Al Shipley,
SPIN,
12 May 2026
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“Set out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set%20out. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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