as in begins
to come into existence
a cold spell set in sometime last week
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Recent Examples of sets in
Matters of love and romance take a serious turn as illusions dissolve and reality sets in.
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Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
On Saturday, Arctic air sets in ahead of the storm, with highs in the teens and feels-like temperatures in the single digits, maybe even sub-zero.
—Bill Kelly, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
The northern lights are forecast across Canada and Alaska, where the phenomenon may be visible once the sun sets in the state.
—Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The holiday gift blitz has subsided, those New Year’s Eve bar tabs have been paid and the grim reality check has arrived while the dead of winter truly sets in.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 14 Jan. 2026
Dead, brown, diseased, or broken branches can be removed in early winter before harsh weather sets in.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
Fix any deteriorating window frames before the cold weather sets in to keep your home warm and avoid putting stress on your HVAC system.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026
But before the cold sets in, the metro can expect a mild day on Friday with temperatures around 68 degrees, which is well above the average of 57 degrees for this time of year.
—Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2025
What To Know Zelensky said Russia is now targeting energy infrastructure before winter sets in.
—Robert Birsel, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
On Saturday, Arctic air sets in ahead of the storm, with highs in the teens and feels-like temperatures in the single digits, maybe even sub-zero.
—Bill Kelly, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
The northern lights are forecast across Canada and Alaska, where the phenomenon may be visible once the sun sets in the state.
—Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The holiday gift blitz has subsided, those New Year’s Eve bar tabs have been paid and the grim reality check has arrived while the dead of winter truly sets in.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 14 Jan. 2026
Dead, brown, diseased, or broken branches can be removed in early winter before harsh weather sets in.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
Fix any deteriorating window frames before the cold weather sets in to keep your home warm and avoid putting stress on your HVAC system.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026
But before the cold sets in, the metro can expect a mild day on Friday with temperatures around 68 degrees, which is well above the average of 57 degrees for this time of year.
—Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2025
What To Know Zelensky said Russia is now targeting energy infrastructure before winter sets in.
—Robert Birsel, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sets in
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The trade will not become official until the new league year begins on Wednesday.—
SportsDay Staff,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Add all that to ideal daytime temps in the mid-70s, and a low chance of showers before the rainy season begins around June, and your last-minute CDMX trip practically plans itself.—
Annie Daly,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2026
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Hydroplaning is when a vehicle starts uncontrollably sliding on wet roads.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
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But now starts a new terrible chapter without my smarter, goofier, and relentlessly selfless other half.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
10 Mar. 2026
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For the first time, there appears to be a commitment that Foxboro will incur no cost and will not have to worry about reimbursement processes.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Taleghan 2 appears to be deeply buried, similar to Fordow and Natanz, and its recent hardening may have prompted the use of extremely heavy bunker-busters.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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California taking ‘posture of preparedness,’ governor says While authorities said there is no specific threat to the region, officials across California have also been monitoring broader security concerns tied to international tensions.—
Daniel Hunt
March 12,
Sacbee.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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While long suspensions for kneeing are less common than for other plays in the NHL, there is precedent for players missing considerable time in these situations, especially when involving repeat offenders.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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However, security researchers have suspected that LeakBase originates from Russia, suggesting that its administrators remain free.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
4 Mar. 2026
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The name originates from the sun reflecting off the snow causing eye soreness.—
Lily Hautau,
CNN Money,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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San Diego shouldn’t balance its books by charging families more every time a fiscal challenge arises.—
Bradley Schnell,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Mar. 2026
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And for insiders who have been monitoring Ellison’s reemergence, the question that often arises is whether or not Annapurna will remain a standalone operation, sign a first-look style deal or even be absorbed by a studio.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Mar. 2026
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If the sales go through and drilling eventually commences, large portions of the trail could, in theory, become unusable, forcing a reroute to keep it viable as a recreation setting.—
Alex Heard,
Outside,
4 Mar. 2026
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The strike will last until the union and the school district come to an agreement, which could mean hours or several days after the picket commences Thursday morning.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
3 Mar. 2026
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