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
How Fire Watch Services Typically Work The process of setting up fire watch coverage is usually simple and structured.
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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
Yamamoto walked Addison Barger to place runners on the corners, setting up the game-ending double play by Kirk.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
The Necessary Foundation, which has Bruce Cohen, Andrea Lawlor, Richard Konigsburg and Lilly Wachowski on its advisory board, will also provide additional support, like sponsoring festival submission fees and setting up screenings in New York and Los Angeles.
—Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 3 Mar. 2026
An Apple Valley man convicted of murder for setting up a Bloomington marijuana deal and then hitting and dragging the seller with his SUV while speeding off with the drug was sentenced to 12½ years in prison Tuesday.
—Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 24 Feb. 2026
But one lead was sent to the FBI's Washington Office with the purpose of setting up an interview with the accuser.
—Stephen Fowler, NPR, 24 Feb. 2026
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
Yamamoto walked Addison Barger to place runners on the corners, setting up the game-ending double play by Kirk.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
The Necessary Foundation, which has Bruce Cohen, Andrea Lawlor, Richard Konigsburg and Lilly Wachowski on its advisory board, will also provide additional support, like sponsoring festival submission fees and setting up screenings in New York and Los Angeles.
—Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 3 Mar. 2026
An Apple Valley man convicted of murder for setting up a Bloomington marijuana deal and then hitting and dragging the seller with his SUV while speeding off with the drug was sentenced to 12½ years in prison Tuesday.
—Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 24 Feb. 2026
But one lead was sent to the FBI's Washington Office with the purpose of setting up an interview with the accuser.
—Stephen Fowler, NPR, 24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for setting up
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Proponents of prediction markets argue that putting financial stakes on outcomes leads to better forecasts than traditional methods.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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But putting together a basketball team only requires a few players.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Mar. 2026
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The current lineup features founding guitarist Neal Schon, longtime keyboardist Jonathan Cain, vocalist Arnel Pineda, drummer Deen Castronovo, bassist Todd Jensen and musician/backing vocalist Jason Derlatka.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
11 Mar. 2026
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Journalist Bryan Schott covered the Utah Legislature for years with a press pass, but was denied a credential after founding the news website Utah Political Watch.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Mar. 2026
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At the same time, Anthropic and Amodei may now have a bully pulpit to push their agenda for erecting sturdier guardrails around how AI operates.—
Michael Liedtke,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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Some lawmakers view Trump’s order skeptically at best, noting the administration has been removing guardrails, and preventing others from erecting them, to an extreme degree.—
Darius Tahir,
Miami Herald,
23 Feb. 2026
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The proposal includes building a wall along the property’s northern boundary line, which Miller said will help mitigate noise.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
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Down the road, the synergistic opportunities are potentially more significant for building the profile of both brands, from summer festivals to new retail channels, Magliaro said.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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As Toney said, LongevityRx’s specialty is pain management, in reversing disease and healing the body.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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New resources coming in and healing old issues are both possible, but wait until tomorrow or after to pour out your heart.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
9 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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This ornament, situating them as something between a throw pillow and a hand muff, shrouds the thick-boned fore- and hindquarters that give them a characteristic rolling gait.—
Andrew Norman Wilson,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
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The government released thousands more documents in the decades that followed before establishing AARO to investigate sightings and publish reports.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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Despite establishing nonbinary divisions across major marathons, the category still lacks prize money afforded to other divisions.—
Deborah Vankin,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt and Sinomine Resource Group are also constructing lithium sulfate plants tied to their Zimbabwean mines, raising questions about whether the country is building an independent refining sector or simply deepening its role inside China’s battery ecosystem.—
Ray Mwayera,
semafor.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Unlike chatbots that simply respond to prompts, AI agents can take proactive actions, which often require broader access to data and systems, raising privacy and security concerns.—
Evelyn Cheng,Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Setting up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/setting%20up. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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