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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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Recent Examples of sets out
Benedict sets out to uncover the young lady’s identity.
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Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 30 Jan. 2026
The trio sets out on a wild night in New York after Pasqualetti-Campbell's character has a cancer scare.
—Monique John, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
The declaration was adopted in Paris by the Coalition of the Willing and sets out what leaders said was a framework for lasting peace between Ukraine and Russia, set in international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Although Britain and France had previously stated their willingness to deploy troops to Ukraine following a ceasefire, Starmer said that this agreement sets out the legal framework for allowing their forces to operate there.
—Melissa Bell, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
From here, Carlson sets out on a mission to turn his life around.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 11 Nov. 2025
When a world-shattering event turns most of the global population into a friendly hive mind, Carol sets out to protect her individuality.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 10 Nov. 2025
Deborah sets out to build her own legacy while having the time of her life alongside a whole new generation of Hillman's best and brightest.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Nov. 2025
Skeptical as any teenager, Eniiyi sets out to transcend it all.
—Jasmine Vojdani, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2025
Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 30 Jan. 2026
The trio sets out on a wild night in New York after Pasqualetti-Campbell's character has a cancer scare.
—Monique John, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
The declaration was adopted in Paris by the Coalition of the Willing and sets out what leaders said was a framework for lasting peace between Ukraine and Russia, set in international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Although Britain and France had previously stated their willingness to deploy troops to Ukraine following a ceasefire, Starmer said that this agreement sets out the legal framework for allowing their forces to operate there.
—Melissa Bell, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
From here, Carlson sets out on a mission to turn his life around.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 11 Nov. 2025
When a world-shattering event turns most of the global population into a friendly hive mind, Carol sets out to protect her individuality.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 10 Nov. 2025
Deborah sets out to build her own legacy while having the time of her life alongside a whole new generation of Hillman's best and brightest.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Nov. 2025
Skeptical as any teenager, Eniiyi sets out to transcend it all.
—Jasmine Vojdani, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sets out
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Jordan describes the relationship between chef and winemaker as a constant dialogue, a feedback loop that ensures every pairing expresses the wine’s architecture, not just its flavor profile.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The company describes its approach as a two-step process.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Jan. 2026
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The movie depicts Oher's life story, in which his character is homeless in Memphis, Tennessee and is adopted by the prominent Tuohy family.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
27 Jan. 2026
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With exquisite costume and set design, and detailed and discerning creative direction, Black Panther beautifully depicts Black royalty, which is not often highlighted in film and television.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
27 Jan. 2026
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Aristidou portrays these interactions with a dose of bittersweet ambivalence.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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Inspired by real stories, Eva Marcille portrays a wife who miraculously cheats death after her husband’s (Tyler Lepley) betrayal in Pushed Off a Plane and Survived airing on February 28.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Sets out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sets%20out. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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