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as in layouts
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 sequences
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 setups
This duvet cover gives bedding setups a relaxed yet elevated look with its pre-washed, drapey design.
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Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026
However, those setups face limits because the long pipes required to bring cold water inland are expensive and restrict system size.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, there’s nothing stopping researchers from trying to create traffic setups with even more cars and variables, to try to capture more and more of the information stored in the Kontsevich integral.
—Erica Klarreich, Quanta Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
Dozens of computer setups line several rooms inside.
—Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Electronics in the seat enable user presets, letting a single bike body serve as two distinct setups.
—ArsTechnica, 16 Apr. 2026
The Failure Modes Nobody Predicted Crowdin’s survey asked respondents what breaks most often in setups that use AI models without a platform layer.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The small-block Chevy doesn’t require any secondary fuel to start, either, as some alternative fuel setups do.
—Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 15 Apr. 2026
Keefe, an executive producer on the series, was in London, sitting in a director’s chair between setups in a mockup of Scotland Yard, when a guest of the episode’s director started chatting with him.
—Julian Sancton, HollywoodReporter, 11 Apr. 2026
Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026
However, those setups face limits because the long pipes required to bring cold water inland are expensive and restrict system size.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, there’s nothing stopping researchers from trying to create traffic setups with even more cars and variables, to try to capture more and more of the information stored in the Kontsevich integral.
—Erica Klarreich, Quanta Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
Dozens of computer setups line several rooms inside.
—Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Electronics in the seat enable user presets, letting a single bike body serve as two distinct setups.
—ArsTechnica, 16 Apr. 2026
The Failure Modes Nobody Predicted Crowdin’s survey asked respondents what breaks most often in setups that use AI models without a platform layer.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The small-block Chevy doesn’t require any secondary fuel to start, either, as some alternative fuel setups do.
—Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 15 Apr. 2026
Keefe, an executive producer on the series, was in London, sitting in a director’s chair between setups in a mockup of Scotland Yard, when a guest of the episode’s director started chatting with him.
—Julian Sancton, HollywoodReporter, 11 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for setups
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Newer ships have improved insulation and smarter layouts, but the laws of physics still apply at sea.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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They are built through intelligent layouts, durable materials, adaptable living spaces and improvements that reflect how people actually live and envision their futures.—
Zakkiyyah Terrell White,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Its AlphaFold system, which predicts the structure of proteins from their amino acid sequences, helped scientists better understand the virus that causes COVID-19 and contributed to advances in protein-structure prediction that were recognized with the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry.—
Alison Eldridge,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
11 May 2026
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At the time of the interviews, neither group had compared its sequences to those generated by the other group.—
Helen Branswell,
STAT,
11 May 2026
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Inspired by natural cave formations, the 6-meter (20-feet) tall, 50-square-meter (538-square-foot) house took just 14 days to print on site — from foundation to rooftop parapet — using a giant gantry printer, says Igarashi.—
Rebecca Cairns,
CNN Money,
7 May 2026
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Both the absolute and relative formations have been developing since the beginning of 2026.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
6 May 2026
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Standardized support would mean women can access these tools without having to rely on informal arrangements or their manager’s discretion or support.—
Shirley Velasquez,
Flow Space,
11 May 2026
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When the House settlement was finalized, those definitions were thought to concern boosters, collectives and others who use NIL as pretext for pay-to-play arrangements, meaning deals intended to direct an athlete to attend or remain at a particular college.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
11 May 2026
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Another major addition for 2026 is the Fantastic Pavilion Vertical Cinema Showcase, dedicated to emerging mobile-first storytelling formats and short-form genre content.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
8 May 2026
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That game also recently switched formats, though sales have dropped about 24% in Massachusetts because jackpots have not been as high as expected.—
Neal Riley,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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“Setups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/setups. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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