'set' in a sentence
Learn how to use 'set' with 20 example sentences.
- set adjective
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: (usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed
: fixed and unmoving
: situated in a particular spot or position
: set down according to a plan
: being below the horizon
: determined or decided upon as by an authority
: converted to solid form (as concrete)
- set noun
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: a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used
: (mathematics) an abstract collection of numbers or symbols
: several exercises intended to be done in series
: representation consisting of the scenery and other properties used to identify the location of a dramatic production
: an unofficial association of people or groups
: a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way
: the act of putting something in position
: a unit of play in tennis or squash
: the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization
: the descent of a heavenly body below the horizon
: (psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way
: any electronic equipment that receives or transmits radio or tv signals
- set verb
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: put into a certain place or abstract location
: fix conclusively or authoritatively
: decide upon or fix definitely
: establish as the highest level or best performance
: put into a certain state; cause to be in a certain state
: fix in a border
: make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
: set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly
: locate
: disappear beyond the horizon
: adapt for performance in a different way
: put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground
: apply or start
: become gelatinous
: set in type
: put into a position that will restore a normal state
: insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink)
: give a fine, sharp edge to a knife or razor
: urge to attack someone
: estimate
: equip with sails or masts
: get ready for a particular purpose or event
: alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
: produce fruit
: arrange attractively