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as in chooses
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority
set a date for the wedding
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as in values
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
fire losses were set at a million dollars
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as in aims
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
determined to see the West, she set her car towards the sun and drove off
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as in decides
to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of
finally set some plans for the luncheon
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as in secures
to put securely in place or in a desired position
had the jeweler set the diamond again
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as in gels
to turn from a liquid into a substance resembling jelly
the gelatin is just starting to set now
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as in puts
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
set a book on the table
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as in freezes
to become physically firm or solid
the concrete must set completely before anyone can walk on it
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as in factions
a group of people acting together within a larger group
the younger set is less likely to volunteer for the church's annual rummage sale
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as in packs
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
they rarely associate with anyone outside their social set
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as in clusters
a number of things considered as a unit
a set of tools
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as in types
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
the next set of job applicants had far more education and practical experience
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as in decors
the array of painted backgrounds and furnishings used to establish the setting in a stage production
built sets for the play
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Recent Examples of sets
Joshua Kloke, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
Having one serve would introduce trade-offs about speed and direction, which would only ramp up deeper into games and then sets.
—Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Tennis was invented as a sport in which sets last 20 minutes.
—Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Connection Fox, for example, helps users keep track of important contacts, sets reminders to get in touch and even generates suggestions for ways to reach out, keeping important relationships from going cold.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
What sets Candy Kittens apart in the crowded confectionery market is its commitment to sustainability and conscious consumption.
—Ian Shepherd, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
This alignment not only captures attention but also sets the stage for the brand to present itself as a solution, enhancing the narrative’s relevance and emotional impact.
—Leslie Poston, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
In the right relationship, giving each other the space to grow individually sets you both up to thrive together as your strongest, best selves.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 13 Dec. 2024
Once the sun sets, the full picture clicks into place.
—Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appétit, 13 Dec. 2024
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His size is a tool that sets him apart from his teammates.
—Joshua Kloke, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
Having one serve would introduce trade-offs about speed and direction, which would only ramp up deeper into games and then sets.
—Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Tennis was invented as a sport in which sets last 20 minutes.
—Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Connection Fox, for example, helps users keep track of important contacts, sets reminders to get in touch and even generates suggestions for ways to reach out, keeping important relationships from going cold.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
What sets Candy Kittens apart in the crowded confectionery market is its commitment to sustainability and conscious consumption.
—Ian Shepherd, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
This alignment not only captures attention but also sets the stage for the brand to present itself as a solution, enhancing the narrative’s relevance and emotional impact.
—Leslie Poston, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
In the right relationship, giving each other the space to grow individually sets you both up to thrive together as your strongest, best selves.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 13 Dec. 2024
Once the sun sets, the full picture clicks into place.
—Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appétit, 13 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sets
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Shadow is clearly stronger than Sonic and the others in this film, but chooses not to deliver lethal blows to Sonic's crew.Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Depending on who Johnson chooses as the next general manager, Glenn could make a lot of sense.Antwan Staley, Sun Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
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Accessible by ferry from Port Aransas, which sits just across the shipping channel, this 21-mile-long island offers nothing more than pristine Gulf Coast wilderness, and keen-eyed travelers often stumble upon sand dollars, lightning whelks, angel wings, and conchs.Nicholas DeRenzo, AFAR Media, 6 Jan. 2025
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The death toll in last month's attack at a German Christmas market now sits at six after a woman was unable to recover from her injuries.Elizabeth Pritchett, Fox News, 6 Jan. 2025
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The two witness and experience so much abuse that Elwood finally decides to fight back, despite the risk of retaliation by the school's administrators.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
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After sustaining an injury on New Year’s Eve, Max decides to change her life.Sally Tamarkin, Them, 23 Dec. 2024
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This secures the organization’s sensitive data and intellectual property not only from external threats but from AI itself.Jesse Todd, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Weingarten foresees a future where AI not only secures systems but transforms how software is developed and deployed.Tony Bradley, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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As Princess puts it, if a family of four is booking one stateroom, the kids sail free.Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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But some of his behavior bears the hallmarks of emotional abuse, which puts this in a different category.R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2025
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Lake Michigan rarely freezes over entirely but in 2014, the lake was 90% covered in ice.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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This classic recipe freezes like a dream and wows every time.Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
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Anwar Gargash, a diplomatic adviser to the Emirati president, said recently that the nature of the rebel factions and their past affiliation with Al Qaeda were cause for concern.Ismaeel Naar, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
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Qatar maintained contacts with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and with other Islamist rebel factions in Syria during the civil war.Ismaeel Naar, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
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All those polled answered each question in the team picks portion of the survey.The Athletic NHL Staff, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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The Thunder also still have to figure out if/how recent lottery picks such as Wallace, Ousmane Dieng and Nikola Topic fit into their long-term plans.Bryan Toporek, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Sets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sets. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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