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setting up

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present participle of set up

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1 to arrange something in a certain spot or position

set up tables in the living room for the party

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orienting

ensconcing,
niching

carrying

berthing,
parking

setting down

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banishing

2 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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3 to fix in an upright position

set up a post from which to hang the sign

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4 to form by putting together parts or materials

set up the prefabricated shed by following the instructions

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prefabricating

combining,
uniting

Phrases Synonymous with setting up

putting together

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5 to restore to a healthy condition

don't worry, the doctor will set you up in no time

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setting (to)

setting up

setting upon

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