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as in recording
to make a written note of
set down the names of those in attendance
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as in regarding
to think of in a particular way
early in the campaign, voters set the senator down as an opportunist, and the perception stuck
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Recent Examples of setting down
Andreasson arrived nine years ago on a temporary project and wound up setting down roots.
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David Shortell, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
The pair took full advantage and ground their way in the final from the top half, setting down Wazir & Blanco in the semis with a come-from-behind win.
—Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
David Shortell, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
The pair took full advantage and ground their way in the final from the top half, setting down Wazir & Blanco in the semis with a come-from-behind win.
—Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for setting down
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Torpey was at Old Trafford on his first day at United, sitting next to Wilcox, to watch Binnion’s under-21s face Athletic Club in the Premier League International Cup.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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This year’s matchup projects to be just as intense with the Horned Frogs sitting at 4-1 (1-1 Big 12) heading into Saturday’s road game at Kansas State, while Baylor is 4-2 (2-1) and has a bye week.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Oct. 2025
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Prosecutors say the killings were deliberate and carried out within minutes of Kassandra recording videos of her children playing.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Closer Emilio Pagán is a free agent after recording 32 saves for the Reds this year.—
C. Trent Rosecrans,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Breslow noted the duality of disappointment and optimism regarding the organization’s direction after years of building for the future.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Little time passed between the news of Gein’s crimes and speculation regarding his gender identity.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them.,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Dual ovens, floor-to-ceiling cabinetry featuring glass panes, and a casual dining area with banquette seating round out the space—which was Hadid’s favorite room in the house.—
Katie Schultz,
Architectural Digest,
26 Sep. 2025
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The dining area has seating for up to four people, but a gathering is still possible with more guest seating on the loveseat or couch.—
Barbara Bellesi Zito,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement Many creators were baffled at the inclusion of YouTube in the regulations, especially since Inman Grant acknowledges teens can still access the content without having an account, and there’s plenty to see without logging in.—
Belinda Luscombe,
Time,
8 Oct. 2025
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The run game continued to struggle as well, with Derrick Henry logging 15 carries for just 33 yards.—
Cole Sullivan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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And considering Maye’s 17 sacks this season — already half his total from 2024 — McDaniels had plenty of reasons to justify a conservative approach.—
Jeff Howe,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Panelist Alex Minard, NCTA’s vice president and lead legislative counsel, said 24 states are considering legislation to address this problem.—
Rob Pegoraro,
PC Magazine,
7 Oct. 2025
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Or putting one inside a carry-on just in case.—
Romina Ruiz-Goiriena,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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Shortly thereafter, Dumas turned Birkin’s dreams of an alternative carryall into reality — gifting her with a Birkin bag prototype and putting the silhouette on the market in 1984.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Over the course of the series, Heon has been diligently writing down and illustrating each of Ji-yeon’s culinary creations.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
29 Sep. 2025
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This involves setting a timer for 15 minutes and writing down every worrying thought that comes to mind until the time is up, then shutting the journal.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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