as in to describe
to give a representation or account of in words
in his inaugural address, the president set out his vision for the nation over the next four years
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as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
the setout of the stations at the polling place was a little confusing
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Recent Examples of set out
Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Jan. 2025
That’s what Keke Palmer set out to uncover on First We Feast’s latest episode of Hot Ones Versus posted Tuesday (Jan. 21).
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 22 Jan. 2025
After receiving his first guitar in 1959, the Grammy winner — who turns 80 on Jan. 10, 2025 — set out on a path to rock superstardom, joining various groups as well as achieving a remarkable solo career.
—Kate Hogan, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
There's also Little Saints, founded as a passion project by a woman who set out to replicate cocktail classics with spirits made from mushroom ingredients.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 9 Jan. 2025
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When Shannon set out on his leg of the delivery, the temperature was 50 degrees below zero Fahrenheit.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Jan. 2025
That’s what Keke Palmer set out to uncover on First We Feast’s latest episode of Hot Ones Versus posted Tuesday (Jan. 21).
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 22 Jan. 2025
After receiving his first guitar in 1959, the Grammy winner — who turns 80 on Jan. 10, 2025 — set out on a path to rock superstardom, joining various groups as well as achieving a remarkable solo career.
—Kate Hogan, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
There's also Little Saints, founded as a passion project by a woman who set out to replicate cocktail classics with spirits made from mushroom ingredients.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 9 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set out
Verb
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The way Gottlieb describes it, quite luxury in fashion involves using simple colors in high-end fabrics.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Jan. 2025
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Though it’s described as a lip oil, the tube shape and medium-coverage shades beg to differ.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
25 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Downing sees many people try to fit too much furniture into a small bedroom layout.—
Rachel Davies,
Architectural Digest,
23 Jan. 2025
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The layout of this single-story house consists of three bedrooms and three bathrooms.—
Bay Area Home Report,
The Mercury News,
22 Jan. 2025
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Chalamet recently portrayed Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown, the biopic directed by James Mangold, and performed all of his own vocals in the film.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
19 Jan. 2025
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The pair eventually worked together on 2018’s Black Panther, in which Boseman played the titular MCU hero and Jordan portrayed villainous Erik Killmonger.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
18 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Nonprofit organizations and government watchdogs argue that DOGE’s formation violates the Federal Advisory Committee Act.—
Kaelan Deese,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
21 Jan. 2025
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There are 14 clubs who have played in England’s top division but never reached the Premier League since its formation in 1992.—
Daniel Taylor,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
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If the content of his films skews towards the dark side, their form tends to be a bit more playful, undercutting some of the heaviness of what’s being depicted.—
Jordan Mintzer,
The Hollywood Reporter,
25 Jan. 2025
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Contemporary sculptures of earthly Greek women were usually made from terra-cotta and depicted them clothed in tight cloaks.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 Jan. 2025
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The Pitt is a new Max Original that takes the format of two popular legacy series—ER and 24—and mashes them together.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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The format does tailor itself well to players showcasing their offensive repertoires.—
Sabreena Merchant,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Set out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set%20out. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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