Synonyms of set
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as in to sit 
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as in to choose
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as in to estimate
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as in to lounge
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as in to aim
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as in to decide
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as in to secure
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as in to freeze
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as in to put
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as in to harden
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as in faction
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as in pack
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as in cluster
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as in type
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as in scenery
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as in go
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as in stuck
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as in determined
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as in certain
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as in specific
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as in deliberate
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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 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
Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 14 July 2025
The series, which is to set sail in 2026 on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ globally, was first revealed in March by Deadline.
—Peter White, Deadline, 14 July 2025
Adam B. Vary, Variety, 15 July 2025
Of course, getting over his nerves on the set of Karate Kid: Legends wasn’t instantaneous.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
Kevin Freking, Twin Cities, 5 July 2025
The system uses a matched pool of dice rather than a set difficulty number that speeds up play.
—Rob Wieland, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
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Operating from the shadows, Slur puts a bounty on Sakamoto's head, which sets the events of Part 1 in motion.
—Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 14 July 2025
The series, which is to set sail in 2026 on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ globally, was first revealed in March by Deadline.
—Peter White, Deadline, 14 July 2025
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How much was led by you on the set versus what was in the script or what the visual effects team needed to accomplish?
—Adam B. Vary, Variety, 15 July 2025
Of course, getting over his nerves on the set of Karate Kid: Legends wasn’t instantaneous.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
Adjective
Under the bill, states beginning in 2028 will be required to contribute a set percentage of those costs if their payment error rate exceeds 6%.
—Kevin Freking, Twin Cities, 5 July 2025
The system uses a matched pool of dice rather than a set difficulty number that speeds up play.
—Rob Wieland, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set
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Rather than sitting as a borderline postseason contender at the trade deadline, Toronto sits atop the American League and leads the A.L. East by multiple games.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 July 2025
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The bot and the person had to sit together and just answer some simple questions.—
Nell Greenfieldboyce,
NPR,
25 July 2025
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Southwest passengers now have to choose between four different price tiers of tickets when booking a flight: Basic, Choice, Choice Preferred, Choice Extra.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
23 July 2025
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Parents absolutely have the right to choose religious education for their children.—
Adina Mermelstein Konikoff,
New York Daily News,
22 July 2025
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The park service estimated the value added to Grand Canyon's regional economy by park visitors was about $582 million in 2023.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
21 July 2025
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There is more than 200 million pounds of trash estimated to be in the ocean, with many more entering every year.—
Alan Ohnsman,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Israel and Hamas are engaged in indirect talks in Doha aimed at reaching a 60-day truce and hostage deal, although there has been no sign of breakthrough.—
Nidal al-Mughrabi,
USA Today,
20 July 2025
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According to the outlet, the 43-year-old’s style choice was aimed at showing sartorial diplomacy.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
19 July 2025
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Peskov said Putin would need time to analyze Trump's remarks, some of which were directed at him, and to decide whether to comment.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
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But once Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) locks Superman (David Corenswet) away in a secret prison in a pocket universe, Terrific decides to help Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan) find Superman.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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Crowley and his administration pushed for the housing development, racing against the clock to secure time-sensitive federal funding and tax credits.—
Vanessa Swales,
jsonline.com,
25 July 2025
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Nancy couldn’t secure a badge inside this year but finds plenty of activations outside the convention to enjoy.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 July 2025
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Temperatures in that area often fell below freezing at night.—
Catherine Nicholls,
CNN Money,
19 July 2025
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Maple taffy: Made by boiling and freezing maple syrup on snow or ice to create a chewy candy, maple taffy is best eaten fresh, but it can be frozen for up to two months.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
19 July 2025
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Cayley put her deposit down in February and traveled to Turkey in May.—
Hedy Phillips,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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But the 2025 grades put Brookshire Elementary School in Winter Park in an uncomfortable spotlight.—
Zoey Thomas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 July 2025
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“Set.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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