SETTING IN Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

setting in

verb

present participle of set in

as in beginning

to come into existence a cold spell set in sometime last week

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Recent Examples of setting in Both were designed with the Harrods setting in mind as the menu has to work for all customers. — Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026 Starz touted the success of Force‘s third and final season as delivering record-setting in-season growth. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 14 July 2026 This annular solar eclipse has a long and broad path, rising southwest of Easter Island (Rapa Nui) in the south Pacific Ocean and setting in the Gulf of Guinea, West Africa. — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 10 June 2026 And while New York has long been seen as more main character than setting in many movies and series, Los Angeles has, historically, leveraged its shape-shifter abilities. — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026 The warnings also underscore the early arrival of winter weather, signaling that colder, stormier conditions are setting in across much of the region. — Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for setting in

Verb

Press and industry will have online access to the at-home program for the professional community beginning one day earlier on Wednesday, January 27.

— Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 29 July 2026
The lawsuit centers on language in a draft voter guide that will be sent to Californians beginning next month.

— Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of beginning

Verb

Identify which ASINs use synthetic human figures, starting with highest-traffic listings and main images, then A+ modules and brand store pages.

— Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Hamory said the feather may be starting to fall as big retailers invest in price cuts.

— Dee-Ann Durbin, Fortune, 25 July 2026

Definition of starting

Verb

An originating member of Bargatze’s Nateland Podcast, Bates served as a host and producer during the show’s six-year run.

— Matt Grobar, Deadline, 22 July 2026
This second-year partnership highlights Moët's Ice Impérial, a champagne uniquely designed to be enjoyed over ice, originating from the French Riviera.

— Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of originating

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Much of the industry’s waste stems from fast-fashion business models and consumer habits rather than solely arising from the materials used for clothing themselves.

— Sam Macdonald, Scientific American, 24 July 2026
The trial date could still be delayed by disputes over classified evidence and other complications arising from the extraordinary case.

— Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 22 July 2026

Definition of arising

Verb

Amanda Pedersen Giske / NTB/AFP via Getty Images The Norway squad touched down to a traditional water cannon salute before commencing their homecoming parade in the capital.

— Reuters, NBC news, 14 July 2026
Following Samsung's typical pattern, pre-orders for the new devices, including the Z Fold 8, Z Flip 8, and the innovative Z Fold 8 Wide, are anticipated to open immediately on July 22, with sales likely commencing around Friday, August 7.

— David Phelan, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Definition of commencing

Verb

We’re thrilled to announce the second edition of the Dogue competition, which will see one lucky pup land their very own digital Dogue cover—appearing alongside some of our favorite celebrity canines on August 18, 2026.

— Vogue, Vogue, 28 July 2026
The Israeli military also published footage appearing to show its troops at Beaufort Castle, a strategic hilltop fortress, during an advance through villages in southern Lebanon.

— Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 27 July 2026