1
as in putting
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
set up tables in the living room for the party
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2
as in founding
to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of
set up a scholarship fund for deserving students from the inner city
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as in erecting
to fix in an upright position
set up a post from which to hang the sign
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as in building
to form by putting together parts or materials
set up the prefabricated shed by following the instructions
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as in healing
to restore to a healthy condition
don't worry, the doctor will set you up in no time
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Recent Examples of setting up
Thousands of people are calling on Charlotte leaders to stop a data center from setting up shop southeast of Reedy Creek Nature Preserve.
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Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2026
Eurovision is heading to Asia this year The world-famous TV pop spectacle is setting up stage on a new continent.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026
Theegala found the fairway at the right time, setting up a two-putt birdie on the final hole to give Los Angeles a 6-5 win.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Bryce Harper then hit a two-run home run to tie the game, setting up the ninth inning for Venezuela’s dramatic win, when Eugenio Suarez hit what would be a game-winning double to drive in Javier Sanoja for a 3-2 lead.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 18 Mar. 2026
How Fire Watch Services Typically Work The process of setting up fire watch coverage is usually simple and structured.
—Matthew Kayser, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
Government support for the subject has bubbled up since 2021, when education officials from China and Greece began setting up research centers that separated the ancient West from the modern West.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 10 Mar. 2026
The two charts above, QQQ and SMH, are showing the growthier areas of the market are showing better relative strength setting up a possible sustained move higher in tech heading into the summer.
—Todd Gordon, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
Murray converted at the line, setting up SGA’s heroics.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 10 Mar. 2026
Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2026
Eurovision is heading to Asia this year The world-famous TV pop spectacle is setting up stage on a new continent.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026
Theegala found the fairway at the right time, setting up a two-putt birdie on the final hole to give Los Angeles a 6-5 win.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Bryce Harper then hit a two-run home run to tie the game, setting up the ninth inning for Venezuela’s dramatic win, when Eugenio Suarez hit what would be a game-winning double to drive in Javier Sanoja for a 3-2 lead.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 18 Mar. 2026
How Fire Watch Services Typically Work The process of setting up fire watch coverage is usually simple and structured.
—Matthew Kayser, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
Government support for the subject has bubbled up since 2021, when education officials from China and Greece began setting up research centers that separated the ancient West from the modern West.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 10 Mar. 2026
The two charts above, QQQ and SMH, are showing the growthier areas of the market are showing better relative strength setting up a possible sustained move higher in tech heading into the summer.
—Todd Gordon, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
Murray converted at the line, setting up SGA’s heroics.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for setting up
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Republican leaders said Democrats are putting the country at risk.—
LISA MASCARO,
Arkansas Online,
26 Mar. 2026
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The King and Queen were metaphorically putting an arm around them.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
25 Mar. 2026
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The show, from Studio Oymo and Human Films, will receive a €50,000 ($58,000) prize after defeating 15 other projects for the award, which was the founding premise of the entire Series Mania conference.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
25 Mar. 2026
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Watchmakers protect their founding narratives as intellectual property.—
Sudhir Gupta,
Rolling Stone,
25 Mar. 2026
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Neighbors said King retaliated by erecting a floodlight directed at the neighbor’s house, along with blasting loud music.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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The Washington Consensus was traditionally wary of developing countries picking winners and losers, erecting trade barriers and subsidizing favored industries.—
Editorial Board,
Washington Post,
24 Mar. 2026
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The report suggested either adding event space or building a sports complex nearby.—
Mark Dee
April 1,
Idaho Statesman,
1 Apr. 2026
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While students are surrounded by technology, teachers say that exposure alone is not building the kind of skills needed for academic or professional environments.—
Darlin Tillery,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Travelers have come to Kalopanayiotis for centuries for the healing powers of its sulfur springs.—
Selina Denman,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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In practice, the Bath team verified healing even at ~20 °C (and plans to test at 5 °C).—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Houthis are the latest group backed by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to join the conflict, situating themselves alongside Hezbollah, which is based in Lebanon.—
Molly Parks,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Mar. 2026
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The company has presented its work through exhibitions and design collaborations, situating itself at the intersection of marine innovation and material research rather than as a traditional textile mill.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
26 Feb. 2026
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Conservative Republicans were adamant, however, against establishing a precedent that allows Congress during the yearly appropriations process to fund some agencies within Homeland Security, but not others.—
Lisa Mascaro,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Pietro Talini died in the early 1980s and Luigi Talini took over, establishing the nursery as a place for Sacramento gardeners and homeowners to find high-quality plants and helpful service.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
27 Mar. 2026
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Unseasonably warm temperatures continue to take a toll on Colorado's snowpack, raising concerns about dangerous avalanche conditions across the high country.—
Callie Zanandrie,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Past grand juries have issued reports raising awareness of shady land deals, questionable legislative appropriations and officials slow-walking public records requests.—
Alexandra Glorioso,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Setting up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/setting%20up. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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