Synonyms of set
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as in to sit 
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as in to choose
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as in to estimate
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as in to lounge
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as in to aim
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as in to decide
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as in to secure
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as in to freeze
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as in to put
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as in to harden
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as in faction
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as in pack
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as in cluster
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as in type
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as in scenery
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as in go
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as in stuck
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as in determined
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as in certain
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as in specific
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as in deliberate
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as in to choose
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority
set a date for the wedding
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as in to estimate
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
fire losses were set at a million dollars
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as in to aim
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
determined to see the West, she set her car towards the sun and drove off
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as in to decide
to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of
finally set some plans for the luncheon
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as in to secure
to put securely in place or in a desired position
had the jeweler set the diamond again
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as in to freeze
to turn from a liquid into a substance resembling jelly
the gelatin is just starting to set now
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as in to put
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
set a book on the table
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as in to harden
to become physically firm or solid
the concrete must set completely before anyone can walk on it
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as in faction
a group of people acting together within a larger group
the younger set is less likely to volunteer for the church's annual rummage sale
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as in pack
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
they rarely associate with anyone outside their social set
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as in cluster
a number of things considered as a unit
a set of tools
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as in type
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
the next set of job applicants had far more education and practical experience
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as in go
being in a state of fitness for some experience or action
we're all set to go
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as in stuck
firmly positioned in place and difficult to dislodge
that rock is really set in the hillside
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as in determined
fully committed to achieving a goal
set on being the first in her family to graduate from college
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as in certain
having been established and usually not subject to change
the library is only open during set hours
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as in specific
of a particular or exact sort
international law has set rules for the treatment of prisoners of war
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as in deliberate
made, given, or done with full awareness of what one is doing
it was not my set purpose to cause trouble for anyone
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Recent Examples of set
Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2025
The final three are for ensuring successful implementation of the decision: foresight, which is the habit of setting goals; alertness, the habit of having situational awareness; and preparedness, the habit of anticipating and avoiding obstacles to implementation.
—Andrew Abela, Forbes.com, 3 May 2025
Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 3 May 2025
Best Choice Products 4-Piece Conversation Set Despite the thin lines seen all over the modern-looking patio furniture set, the chairs have steel frames that can each hold up to 330 pounds and up to 660 pounds for the loveseat.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 3 May 2025
Taylor Lane, Flow Space, 22 Apr. 2025
Now This obviously will spark a few conversations about the state of Bethesda’s Elder Scrolls VI, first announced in 2018 and currently with no set release date.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Consider discussing a day to set aside when people can work a bit earlier or later in your neighborhood.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2025
The final three are for ensuring successful implementation of the decision: foresight, which is the habit of setting goals; alertness, the habit of having situational awareness; and preparedness, the habit of anticipating and avoiding obstacles to implementation.
—Andrew Abela, Forbes.com, 3 May 2025
Noun
Funds from the pic go back to the family of late DP Halyna Hutchins, who was shot on the set.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 3 May 2025
Best Choice Products 4-Piece Conversation Set Despite the thin lines seen all over the modern-looking patio furniture set, the chairs have steel frames that can each hold up to 330 pounds and up to 660 pounds for the loveseat.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 3 May 2025
Adjective
The revolutionary oral medication needs to go through clinical trials and evaluations, so there is no set date when the pill will be released.
—Taylor Lane, Flow Space, 22 Apr. 2025
Now This obviously will spark a few conversations about the state of Bethesda’s Elder Scrolls VI, first announced in 2018 and currently with no set release date.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set
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Although the blade sits at around 8 inches, like most others on the list, the whole knife felt longer while testing.—
Molly Higgins,
Wired News,
2 May 2025
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The all-white, lace-up tennis sneaker sat upon a yellowed, rubber sole, showcasing Autry’s clean aesthetic and sportswear technology.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
2 May 2025
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The wide availability of options allows men to choose the approach best suited to their individual needs.—
Rhiannon Frater,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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Just be sure to choose timeless tile and fixtures to go with it.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2025
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 26% of adults and 19% of children in the United States have seasonal allergies.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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The Magnificent Seven are also less richly valued following the recent selloff: Alphabet, for example, trades at 17 times profits estimated over the next 12 months, compared with an average of 21 times over the past decade, according to data compiled by Bloomberg.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
28 Apr. 2025
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And in recent months Silva has doubled down on work with her counterpart in the finance ministry on a $125 billion fund aimed at protecting tropical forests around the world.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
9 May 2025
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Talks likely aimed at deescalation, not a deal While no breakthrough — and certainly no trade deal — is expected, the meetings are widely seen as a first step toward cooling trade tensions.—
Shannon Carroll,
Quartz,
9 May 2025
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Some filmmakers have decided to expand Iran’s underground cinema.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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In lieu of two events, he’s decided to combine the unveiling of his fall 2025 haute couture collection with a celebration event at his Paris headquarters, which is a stone’s throw from the Opéra Garnier.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
5 May 2025
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Since then, the creative duo have also secured a Berlin Music Video Award nomination.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
1 May 2025
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Investigators secured the scene, took a number of photos and interviewed numerous witnesses, the report said.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
1 May 2025
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Amid Trump's second presidential term, James has continued her legal challenges, filing lawsuits to block the administration's efforts to end birthright citizenship and freeze federal grants, which the courts have halted.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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In many ways, this village felt as if it was frozen in time, only a ringing clocktower bell served as a reminder of every passing hour.—
Daria Bachmann,
Travel + Leisure,
8 May 2025
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That puts even greater pressure on MSNBC to keep apace once the spinoff is complete.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
5 May 2025
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The Television Academy is more willing to come through for those types of films, putting Netflix in strong standing.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
5 May 2025
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“Set.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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