SETS Synonyms: 448 Similar and Opposite Words

sets 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of set

as in spawns

to cover and warm eggs as the young inside develop the hen set for days

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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 sits

chiefly dialect to rest on the buttocks or haunches come over and set for a spell

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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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sets

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noun

plural of set

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

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That initial movement sets the direction of the snail’s shell coiling and the development of its internal anatomy. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026 Fundraising is a huge part of what sets the presidential candidates apart from one another. — Jacob Brogan, Vox, 17 Oct. 2026 In The Beekeeper 2, Clay is a wanted man pulled back into the fight when the Beekeeper organization goes rogue and sets its sights on controlling the government. — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2026 Allure editors have consistently praised its fine, lightweight mist and a finish that sets within seconds. — Madison San Miguel, Allure, 15 Oct. 2026 But beyond fostering innovation in brain science, the building sets new standards for sustainability in research labs, which often use more energy than hospitals. — Martin Cizmar, Time, 15 Oct. 2026 It’s created this amazing melting pot that really sets us apart from every other state, and it’s truly woven into the depths of Texas culture. — Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026 After the sun sets, the family and our team gather in a goat-hair tent for a proper introduction and to share a communal meal by candlelight. — Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Oct. 2026 Often, the company sets its standards based on Japan’s service protocol, counter design and product innovation. — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026

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Djrum is the rare DJ who operates almost entirely outside the world of genre; his sets swing from breakcore to IDM, jungle to techno, garage to field recordings to—well—whatever, really, depending on mood. — Ben Cardew, Pitchfork, 17 Oct. 2026 Related Stories Speaking at View Conference in Turin on Thursday, Hickel, who recently marked 30 years at ILM, detailed how the team mixed digital animation with physical sets, mechanical rigs and traditional stop-motion. — Davide Abbatescianni, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026 Prettygarden Matching Lounge Set Oprah has shown her love for matching sets time and time again, and this comfy two-piece from Prettygarden is an easy way to copy her comfy, yet polished travel looks. — Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 16 Oct. 2026 Shop 30% off prestige brands throughout the event, including Armani, Dyson, Tarte, Clinique, ELEMIS and Charlotte Tilbury, plus savings on gift sets and essentials. — ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026 Several other sets of remains were found at Lake Mead in 2022. — CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026 To underscore the metaphor, Duffield recorded Brolin’s heartbeat before filming began and played it throughout Abrams’ two months inside the claustrophobic, practical whale-stomach sets. — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026 Dress shirt and tie sets retail for $52 on the Penney’s website. — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026 Briscoe is part of a research group that has pursued the landscape idea using the language of dynamical systems theory, which explores how systems described by sets of interacting variables evolve. — Quanta Magazine, 9 Oct. 2026

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Slop spawns, and Waymo’s artificially intelligent cars hum into view like two-ton rolling Rorschach tests.

— Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026
Molluscum is caused by a virus and spawns the pimple-like bumps.

— Kara Nesvig, Allure, 10 Aug. 2026

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If the Fed chooses to raise interest rates to tamp todayâ€™s inflation down, capital-intensive renewables will suffer.

— Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 15 Oct. 2026
Herbert Nordrum chooses the funniest — and, ironically, maybe most British — possible allegory when describing his involvement in Georgia Oakley’s Sense and Sensibility.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of chooses

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The Tap on the Line (pictured above) is the only pub in the capital which sits directly on a tube station platform, and is one of the last remaining 19th-century stations.

— Will Barker, TheWeek, 13 Oct. 2026
Nobody else sits between this many farmers and this many brands.

— SJ Studio, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of sits

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The Congolese government aims to take over by next year, but has struggled with the recent uncertainty, said Polydor Kabila, coordinator of the universal healthcare program in the president's office.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 17 Oct. 2026
To help close that gap, the Netherlands aims to build 7 gigawatts of nuclear capacity by 2050.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of aims

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The development calls into question the future of the USMCA, which will face annual reviews until 2036—or until one of the three partner nations decides to pull out.

— Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
District decides the race The gerrymandered 5th district would have been a monumental challenge for Cleaver if the courts hadn’t ruled to pause the law pending an election.

— Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of decides

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Similarly, cast and creator’s robust reputation should likely ensure the film secures healthy distribution across Asia and select western markets.

— James Marsh, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026
The lace detailing at the hem of this oversized sweater dress secures it as a fun and feminine addition to your fall wardrobe that also happens to be on sale for $40.

— Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of secures

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Plant at least six weeks before the soil freezes, then water and mulch through fall.

— Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2026
During an intraoperative evaluation, a pathologist rapidly freezes, slices and analyzes a tissue sample while the patient is still on the operating table to provide the surgical team with immediate feedback.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 Oct. 2026