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as in to record
to make a written note of
set down the names of those in attendance
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as in to consider
to think of in a particular way
early in the campaign, voters set the senator down as an opportunist, and the perception stuck
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Recent Examples of set down
Your heart deserves to set down some of that baggage!
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Nina Kahn, StyleCaster, 24 Feb. 2025
After fleeing prison, Mr. Fateh set down roots in the braided hillsides of Deh Wayran, an area that was largely free of the Taliban.
—Azam Ahmed, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
After stints in Santa Maria, Sonoma and New Zealand, Chin was ready to set down roots and be closer to his friends in the South Bay.
—Laura Ness, The Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2025
Related article Gaël Monfils becomes oldest ever winner of an ATP Tour title, surpassing Roger Federer
Monfils watched Svitolina’s win from her players’ box as the Ukrainian 28th seed also came from a set down to win 2-6 6-4 6-0 and reach the fourth round.
—Matias Grez, CNN, 18 Jan. 2025
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Nina Kahn, StyleCaster, 24 Feb. 2025
After fleeing prison, Mr. Fateh set down roots in the braided hillsides of Deh Wayran, an area that was largely free of the Taliban.
—Azam Ahmed, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
After stints in Santa Maria, Sonoma and New Zealand, Chin was ready to set down roots and be closer to his friends in the South Bay.
—Laura Ness, The Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2025
Related article Gaël Monfils becomes oldest ever winner of an ATP Tour title, surpassing Roger Federer
Monfils watched Svitolina’s win from her players’ box as the Ukrainian 28th seed also came from a set down to win 2-6 6-4 6-0 and reach the fourth round.
—Matias Grez, CNN, 18 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set down
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Volume and channel rockers sit above the navigation pad with a number pad further up, while four color buttons and dedicated service buttons for Amazon Alexa, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, LG Channels, Netflix, and Sling sit below.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
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My co-founder Annie Irwin also sits on the Environment Leadership Team of Northern Ireland as the small business voice, and to gain insight and direction for the company.—
Christopher Marquis,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The temperature inside the Ehrlich family's car was recorded at 96.2 degrees at 3:45 p.m. that day, even though the air temperature outside in Lakewood, New Jersey, was 67.8 degrees, the affidavit said.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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That is the lowest level recorded since NBC News began asking the question in 1990.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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The dispute ended up before the Supreme Court, and Chief Justice John Roberts put that deadline on hold to allow the high court more time to consider the matter.—
Jacob Rosen,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025
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Legal representatives for Nelly urged the judge presiding over the case to consider delaying the dismissal and holding St. Lunatics accountable for the legal charges incurred.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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Bradshaw was seated near the front of the plane, according to reports.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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For an alfresco dining setup, snag nine-piece sets that seat up to eight people or bistro chairs and tables for two while pieces are on sale.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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But the biggest spring mover might have been a senior who played in all 16 games last season and logged nearly 400 snaps.—
Pete Sampson,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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That set topped out at just 135 weeks on the Billboard 200 — not even half the time logged by its more successful counterpart.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The warning was issued Thursday at 4:16 p.m., and the last update regarding this incident was released on Thursday at 4:22 p.m.—
Kansas City Star Bot,
Kansas City Star,
18 Apr. 2025
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Receiving regular playing time is a factor regarding whether Acuña sticks in the majors.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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Quality control is highly inconsistent, and customer service can be…frustrating, to put it nicely.—
Francesca Krempa,
StyleCaster,
10 Apr. 2025
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Plus, the act of putting a mask on in and of itself feels like peak self-care.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
10 Apr. 2025
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The last step is to write down annual family goals that reflect your family motto and values.—
Ken Polk,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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By Emma Specter Beauty The 7 Best Foods High in Vitamin D, According to the Pros By Audrey Noble Carve out some time to write down your answers, or just speak them aloud, Di Bartolomeo suggests.—
Seraphina Seow,
Vogue,
17 Apr. 2025
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