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verb

Definition of set outnext
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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setout

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noun

ˈset-ˌau̇t How to pronounce setout (audio)
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
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In partnership with the iconic Champagne house Laurent-Perrier, the Mayfair institution has set out to refine the London season, turning traditional British summer rituals into a masterclass in food and beverage. — Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026 When his former sister-in-law Rachel Mills (Britt Lower) visits him in prison with new evidence that Matthew might still be alive, David escapes and sets out on a mission to rescue him. — Emma Banks, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026 The other option is to set out a tuna can with some water and oil or soap that the earwigs will crawl into and then drown. — Hannah Smith july 22, Idaho Statesman, 22 July 2026 Brian Guzman and Matthew FenicleCo-Founders, LUXE Realty Brian Guzman and Matthew Fenicle didn't set out to run just another brokerage. — Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for set out
Recent Examples of Synonyms for set out
  1. describe
  2. layout
  3. portray
  4. formation
  5. depict
  6. format
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  • Los Angeles Police Department Detective William Roecker also testified Thursday, describing his review of cell-tower data linked to Burke’s phone and location data from his Tesla.
    — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2026
  • But some members of Juliana’s family question that, and outside experts interviewed by the Observer have described what’s known about the case publicly as suspicious or unusual.
    — Caitlin McGlade, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
Definition of describe
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  • The Mini starts at PLN 144,000 (for reference, this works out as around US$38,000) but Craft House says that there are lots of options available, including the choice of materials, layout, and solar power, and the firm can configure it to suit.
    — Adam Williams July 23, New Atlas, 24 July 2026
  • The first paved circuit is slated to open this fall, with additional layouts—and the long‑form P1 Circuit—following later in the year or in early 2027.
    — Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
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  • For the cover of the July 27, 2026, issue, the artist Marcellus Hall portrayed the effect that global warming has on subway riders.
    — Françoise Mouly, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
  • The Modi government has portrayed the demonstrators as villains.
    — Omkar Khandekar, NPR, 20 July 2026
Definition of portray
Noun
  • Against San Diego, DiBernardo and Bethune alternated as attacking midfielders in the middle of the Current’s 4-2-3-1 formation.
    — PJ Green July 24, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
  • The 1-mile loop gains only about 100 feet in elevation and winds through a scenic valley ringed by the massive rock formations that make Joshua Tree instantly recognizable.
    — Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026
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  • Content created with generative AI, or gen AI, tools can include fake nude images and videos; deepfakes; and content from nudification tools and apps, which allow a user to generate a fake image that depicts people as undressed.
    — Avni Trivedi, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
  • The image depicts a fairly slender-looking screen-free wearable, but one that looks distinctly wider than the Fitbit Air.
    — Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
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  • This format should encourage participation from top players in both singles and doubles, though maybe not the Wimbledon finalists.
    — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • Viewing Info Tesla’s Founders Are Backing The Anti-Cybertruck Well, the format of modern medicine is also changing.
    — John Werner, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of format

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