1
as in to put
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 to establish
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 to erect
to fix in an upright position
set up a post from which to hang the sign
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as in to build
to form by putting together parts or materials
set up the prefabricated shed by following the instructions
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as in to heal
to restore to a healthy condition
don't worry, the doctor will set you up in no time
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as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
the textbook's setup calls for a list of questions at the end of each chapter
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as in sequence
the way objects in space or events in time are arranged or follow one another
changed the setup of the living room furniture several times before being satisfied
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Recent Examples of set up
Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2025
As the single most recognizable piece of branding, your logo is a great place to start in setting up those parameters.
—Zaheer Dodhia, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
PC Magazine, 4 Aug. 2025
The meeting between the DOJ and Maxwell looked like a setup.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Two matches into the North American hard-court swing, Gauff appears to be setting up a pattern.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2025
As the single most recognizable piece of branding, your logo is a great place to start in setting up those parameters.
—Zaheer Dodhia, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Noun
The Crash Detection adds peace of mind, and the setup with your iPhone takes just a few taps.
—PC Magazine, 4 Aug. 2025
The meeting between the DOJ and Maxwell looked like a setup.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set up
Verb
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Miller's efforts in her executive role and beyond speak to her dedication to helping drive Cincinnati's historic reduction in infant mortality in a model of care that puts moms at the center that's now being replicated across the state.—
Grace Tucker,
The Enquirer,
7 Aug. 2025
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The lawsuit was filed days after state Rep. Jason Nemes, R-Middletown, said a legal challenge pending before Kentucky's Supreme Court over a bill passed by state legislators three years ago could also put the merger at risk.—
Lucas Aulbach,
The Courier-Journal,
7 Aug. 2025
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Now both are established veterans playing on lucrative second contracts.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
16 Aug. 2025
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With Van de Ven and Cristian Romero established as Spurs’ primary partnership in central defence, Vuskovic may struggle to supplant that duo for the biggest games.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
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The Haleiwa Hotel was erected at the mouth of the Anahulu River in 1899 and stood there for 44 years, in stark contrast to its rural surroundings.—
Paula Conway,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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The original bronze statue—the first in the world—was erected in 1980 at the same location but was moved indoors in 1996 to the downtown Memphis Tennessee State Welcome Center to protect it from the elements and over-adoring fans.—
Korrin Bishop,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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That set piece was built on stage with production design matching all the visual motifs of the practical location.—
Daron James,
IndieWire,
7 Aug. 2025
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Toyota also announced Thursday a plan to build a new vehicle factory in Japan, where car sales have been falling due to a shrinking population and declining ownership.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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After the tattoo has healed, apply sunscreen about 30 minutes before going out into the sun.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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My grandmother's story joins the millions of others, from the darkness of a closet shelf into the healing light of remembrance.—
Marc Snegg,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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At the same time, the report highlights a sharp decline in the desirability of open office layouts.—
Gleb Tsipursky,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Aug. 2025
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Carved out of the hotel's centuries-old structure, each of the hotel's 15 rooms and suites has a different layout and personalized design.—
Carley Rojas Ávila,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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This likely allows the drones to distinguish each other and carry out their attacks in sequence without conflict and without needing radio communication.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Perseverance landed on Mars on Feb. 18, 2021 in a multi-stage sequence that included an atmospheric entry capsule.—
Brett Tingley,
Space.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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With abundant fresh water, lower exposure to hurricanes, wildfires, and droughts, and a temperate climate projected to remain livable longer than most, Toronto is situated on one of the safest bets for long-term climate stability in North America.—
Phil De Luna,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The guardrail is situated between the highway and the Sacramento River.—
Ethan Wolin,
Sacbee.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Set up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set%20up. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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