as in to trigger
to cause to function
set off a bomb
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as in ornament
something that decorates or beautifies
the architect used stone carvings as setoffs for the building's marble facing
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Recent Examples of set off
Catherine Nicholls, CNN, 16 Mar. 2025
Immigration agents arrested Khalil, on Sunday, setting off free speech protests in New York City, Washington D.C., Chicago, San Francisco and Los Angeles.
—Axios, 15 Mar. 2025
Roni Dengler, Discover Magazine, 21 Feb. 2019
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Verb
In 2015, a crowded nightclub in Bucharest, Romania was engulfed in flames after pyrotechnics were set off during a concert, killing 64 people.
—Catherine Nicholls, CNN, 16 Mar. 2025
Immigration agents arrested Khalil, on Sunday, setting off free speech protests in New York City, Washington D.C., Chicago, San Francisco and Los Angeles.
—Axios, 15 Mar. 2025
Noun
That setoff a worldwide hunt for the impact site.
—Roni Dengler, Discover Magazine, 21 Feb. 2019
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The collapse of Lehman Brothers and the ensuing financial crisis triggered a market-wide liquidity crunch, prompting investors to sell gold to offset losses in stocks and other assets.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Tariffs imposed on steel and aluminum last week triggered retaliatory tariffs from Canada and the European Union, adding to countermeasures already initiated by China.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
19 Mar. 2025
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This year, players can build and customize a shinobi hideout, including a forge for weapon upgrades and aesthetic ornaments via the Sekiryu Hideout Pack.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Some popular categories include: Table decorations: These include table runners, candles, flowers, centerpieces and ornaments.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The system can only be activated under certain driving conditions, requiring specific environmental and traffic criteria to be met.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
13 Mar. 2025
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Carsley said during his spell as interim coach that White still had his ‘do not disturb’ status activated after Southgate’s departure last summer.—
Oliver Kay,
The Athletic,
13 Mar. 2025
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In an era where contemporary architecture often relies on cladding and heavy ornamentation, Paradero celebrates simplicity.—
Natalie Stoclet,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Simple forms and geometries abound, with a distinct lack of more organic elements like curved shapes, soft textures, and overly decorative ornamentation.—
Lauren Gallow,
Architectural Digest,
10 Jan. 2025
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Another 1,671 firms reached $2.5 to $4.9 million, up from 506 in 2021. Transportation and warehousing: With the e-commerce explosion sparking demand for last-mile transportation and warehousing, solopreneurs in this space profited.—
Elaine Pofeldt,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Schumer’s move has sparked outrage from some Democrats and progressive activists who protested at his office and called on him to resign his position.—
Will Weissert,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2025
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Today, ancient Greco-Roman statues housed in museums are typically stark white and devoid of decoration.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
20 Mar. 2025
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These included dress shopping, venue hunting, and the preparing of DIY decorations.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
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The decision to focus on Bernstein and von Karajan was driven by Danish’s fascination with their contrasting reputations and profound cultural influences.—
Court Stroud,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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Hamilton achieved most of these minimal brake moments while driving for Mercedes for 12 seasons, except for one out-of-reach trophy: turning seven championship titles into the mythical record-setting eight.—
Olivia Hicks,
NPR,
15 Mar. 2025
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Legal action: In extreme cases, unpaid debts can result in legal action, such as a lawsuit or wage garnishment.—
Kevin Harper,
Sacramento Bee,
21 Mar. 2025
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Getty Images For roughly the past five years, federal student loan borrowers who fell behind on their bills didn’t need to worry about the usual consequences, including the garnishment of their wages and retirement benefits.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Set off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set%20off. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
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