SETS ON Synonyms: 69 Similar and Opposite Words

sets on

verb

present tense third-person singular of set on

as in attacks

to take sudden, violent action against without warning, bandits would set on unwary merchants as they traveled along the Silk Road

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Recent Examples of sets on Joss sets on a quest to find one perfect crush that might be the perfect person for her. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026 The ride is expected to rely heavily on 3D effects and high-definition screens, but Strong made clear that there will indeed be large-scale physical sets on the ride. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026 Tolbert, Atwell and Tahj Washington were used in three receiver sets on Miami’s second possession. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2026 The server placed the tonkatsu sets on the table and left them. — Min Jin Lee, New Yorker, 19 July 2026 Zverev has also dropped just two sets on the way to the final, maintaining his form like few French Open winners can at Wimbledon, with just two weeks between the tournaments. — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 12 July 2026 As the sun sets on a vast farm field, soldiers in full body armor pull over on a dirt road and unload what looks like a miniature jet from a truck. — Joanna Kakissis, NPR, 27 June 2026 Keep scrolling for even more polished matching sets on Amazon, including skorts, flowy pants, and a chic all-black ensemble. — Kenedee Fowler, Southern Living, 26 June 2026 Complete three sets on each side to failure. — Jakob Roze, Health, 18 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sets on

Verb

At the same time, in the real world, Lisa wakes up and attacks Thomas and Paladin, using her new, uh, nanobot powers?

— Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2026
Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic (long-term) autoimmune condition in which your immune system attacks healthy tissues, causing joint pain, swelling, and stiffness.

— Health Editorial Team, HEALTH, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of attacks

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In the character's final scene, as the DEA raids her rural compound, Laurie ties a rope around her neck and jumps from the roof of her home.

— Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026
In the meantime, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) finally raids Laurie's property, thanks to the intel Rue had been giving them.

— Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 1 June 2026

Definition of raids

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Chris Brown physically assaults then-girlfriend Rihanna Brown and then-girlfriend Rihanna had an argument that escalated into physical violence on the part of Brown.

— Alex Heigl, PEOPLE, 26 Oct. 2026
Anyone who assaults law enforcement will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

— Christina Fan, CBS News, 7 June 2026

Definition of assaults

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Antarctica Silversea’s first ship reimagined for polar pursuits, Silver Cloud strikes a commendable balance between expedition thrills and luxury amenities.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026
Then, Showalter drops from a standing position and strikes Hardy in the head and neck area with his knee.

— Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of strikes

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Knowing his days are numbered, Vince robs banks to provide for his wife and young child.

— Marlow Stern, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026
That robs the Giants of two of their headlining players and increases the difficulty to get results, even against a lowly team like the 0-2 Titans.

— Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 23 Sep. 2026