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Recent Examples of set piece
Yet the set pieces aren’t done in that style at all, and the permanent arch and curtains that frame the stage are in African-style patterns that are further at odds with the rest of the design.
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Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 13 Mar. 2025
There are some moments when The Actor does rouse with inspired romantic set pieces and funny reflections on the whole business of performing.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Mar. 2025
Their photograph is in the possession of her boss, Raymond King (J.K. Simmons), when he is gunned down in the baffling but logistically exciting opening set piece.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 9 Mar. 2025
Behold then the inspiration extravaganza that is the Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach, where over 30 rooms have been transformed through March 16 into set pieces by 23 distinguished designers and architects.
—Greg Carannante, Sun Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2025
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Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 13 Mar. 2025
There are some moments when The Actor does rouse with inspired romantic set pieces and funny reflections on the whole business of performing.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Mar. 2025
Their photograph is in the possession of her boss, Raymond King (J.K. Simmons), when he is gunned down in the baffling but logistically exciting opening set piece.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 9 Mar. 2025
Behold then the inspiration extravaganza that is the Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach, where over 30 rooms have been transformed through March 16 into set pieces by 23 distinguished designers and architects.
—Greg Carannante, Sun Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set piece
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Amtrak's Texas Eagle glides from Chicago to San Antonio, Texas, passing 2,278 miles of scenery in the nation's heartland along the way.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
26 Mar. 2025
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This could be based on a romantic memory in Lisbon, a trek through gorgeous scenery in Switzerland or a perfect meal out in a Louisiana bayou.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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The discovery of the Gilgo Beach Four sparked a larger investigation, which unearthed six other sets of remains.—
Kelsey Lentz,
People.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Economic Challenges Another set of issues in the DDI data that leaders were concerned about was related to business health and market responses.—
Tracy Brower,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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The decor is modern with traditional Malaysian design touches.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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This April, the discount grocery chain is stocking its shelves with adorable decor, practical porch and patio furniture, and charming Easter tableware—plus snacks, appetizers, mains, and desserts with seasonal flair.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
28 Mar. 2025
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The two women in the Civic — a 29-year-old driver and her 39-year-old passenger, both from Huntington Park — were pronounced dead at the scene.—
Jenny Gold,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2025
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Considering the project prided itself on being a throwback to classic movie-making, even shooting on film and utilizing the old format of VistaVision for certain scenes, many fans were disappointed Corbet would use such a divisive technology in his work.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
23 Mar. 2025
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Actions like those taken by the OCC and FDIC, against the backdrop of wider policy changes, are creating an environment much more hospitable to crypto payments than in previous years and under previous administrations.—
Sean Stein Smith,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Here’s what to know The election will take place against the backdrop of a trade war and sovereignty threats.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Mar. 2025
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Pam Morris, 54, a freelance prop stylist, noticed another unsettling trend a few years ago, when a U.S. client asked her to art-direct a crew in Asia remotely for a shoot.—
Steven Kurutz,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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There is a guide on the app that explains the betting restrictions in each state, like live props in Indiana.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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The city of Los Angeles has cleared the way for three Pacific Palisades homeowners to begin rebuilding on their properties.—
Liam Dillon,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Mar. 2025
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Committee member Kendall Kendrick, executive director of the Charlotte Trail of History, is a descendant of the Sample family that also previously owned the Latta property.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Mar. 2025
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That could be in the range of the biggest drop in sales in the company’s history, nearly twice the drop during the early months of the pandemic, when factories and showrooms were closed due to stay-at-home orders.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
26 Mar. 2025
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The Chargers looked past Quentin Johnston’s 13 career drops at TCU and took him in the first round.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Set piece.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set%20piece. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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