Synonyms of set
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as in to sit
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as in to choose
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 to estimate
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
fire losses were set at a million dollars
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as in to aim
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 to decide
to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of
finally set some plans for the luncheon
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as in to secure
to put securely in place or in a desired position
had the jeweler set the diamond again
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as in to freeze
to turn from a liquid into a substance resembling jelly
the gelatin is just starting to set now
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as in to put
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
set a book on the table
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as in to harden
to become physically firm or solid
the concrete must set completely before anyone can walk on it
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as in faction
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 pack
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 cluster
a number of things considered as a unit
a set of tools
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as in type
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 scenery
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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as in go
being in a state of fitness for some experience or action
we're all set to go
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as in stuck
firmly positioned in place and difficult to dislodge
that rock is really set in the hillside
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as in determined
fully committed to achieving a goal
set on being the first in her family to graduate from college
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as in certain
having been established and usually not subject to change
the library is only open during set hours
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as in specific
of a particular or exact sort
international law has set rules for the treatment of prisoners of war
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as in deliberate
made, given, or done with full awareness of what one is doing
it was not my set purpose to cause trouble for anyone
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Recent Examples of set
Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
Instead of setting the thermostat higher, our experts recommend putting on an extra layer.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026
Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
The thermal footage shared by Noem of one of the missions shows a helicopter hovering over Motor Tanker Sophia and armed troops walking up a set of stairs.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Modeling and on-set training by Justin Grant.
—Gretchen Reynolds, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for set
Verb
Bake at 350°F for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the cookies are set and the bottoms are just beginning to brown.
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While the show is mostly filmed in Burbank, California, the set is designed to look like Allegheny General Hospital.
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There is no set price for cookies, as each troop decides their own — but boxes are expected to sell for about $6 each.
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Olathe’s trajectory mirrors what’s happening across Johnson County — which saw more than 90% of the homes go up in value in 2024, with the average home prices sitting at $508,000 and average sale price at $557,000.—
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Jacob Elordi stopped by DiCaprio’s table to say hello, as Patricia Arquette found Mia Goth in the crowd for a hug and Chalamet made a quiet arrival and sat next to his Marty Supreme co-star Odessa A'Zion.—
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If a player chooses not to negotiate with the Panthers, that player will be unable to sign elsewhere, unless Carolina relinquishes his rights by not offering him a tender.—
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There are 23 colors to choose from, plus petite sizes S–XXL.—
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Barring drastic cuts to spending or bringing in additional revenue, the nonpartisan Legislative Analyst’s Office estimates the deficit could be as high as $18 billion this year and $35 billion in future years.—
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Idaho’s Office of Performance Evaluations, an independent oversight agency, estimated in a report released last year that the gap between what school districts spend to educate students with disabilities and what the state provides is more than $80 million.—
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Zelenskyy said that Russia was aiming to take advantage of the frigid weather in the capital, which made roads and streets icy.—
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According to a source, the Cowboys are aiming to get two of the interviews completed Friday.—
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This past Christmas, as a meaningful and nostalgic compromise, the McAlarneys and a group of other parents from their daughter Maddie's second-grade class all decided to get their children Tin Can landline phones for Christmas.—
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Shanahan and Fangio are considered some of the best offensive and defensive play callers in the sport, and the matchup could decide who moves on to the divisional round.—
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England play their last two World Cup qualifiers over the next eight days, against Serbia and Albania, but have already secured their place at the finals and preparations are underway for the tournament.—
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The collaboration aligns with Japan’s broader strategy to secure a domestic EV battery supply chain and reduce dependence on China and South Korea.—
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The tiny liquid droplets in the fog can freeze instantly to any surface, including vehicles and road surfaces.—
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There’s roughly two and a half months left of the winter season, which means that there are plenty of chilly evenings, snow storms, and freeze warnings to look forward to.—
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With her signature long waves gathered into a subtle bun at the nape of her neck, this style puts the focus on the sculptural wave framing Seyfried's face opposite a deep side part.—
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Jalen Brunson's running layup put New York up 72-62 early in the third quarter but the Blazers chipped away, pulling within 90-88 early in the fourth.—
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“Set.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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