1
: placed, located, or built as a part of some other construction
a set-in bookcase
a set-in washbasin
2
: cut separately and stitched in
set-in sleeves
set in; setting in; sets in
: insert
especially
: to stitch (a small part) within a large article
set in a sleeve of a dress
: to become established
Synonyms
Examples of set-in in a Sentence
Verb
a cold spell set in sometime last week
Recent Examples on the Web
Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2024
Deep cleaning fabrics: Fabrics that are dingy or yellowed from age or product buildup, or that have deeply set-in stains, can be restored using oxygen bleach.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2024
Even the toughest, set-in grease stains can be effectively banished with the help of a few household products and a little know-how.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 28 July 2024
Ideal for removing everyday dirt and grime and tough set-in stains, it can also be used for shirts, towels, workout gear and more for versatile use on the go.
—Alyssa Rotunno, Travel + Leisure, 17 Nov. 2023
The Daily Shirt is aptly designed for paddling, thanks to set-in sleeves and minimal stitching and seams throughout.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023
The dress has a crew neckline, set-in sleeves, and a functional front pocket.
—Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 7 Aug. 2023
Our testers noted that this product completely removed both fresh and set-in red wine stains from t-shirts.
—Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2023
With its powerful stain-fighting formula, Tyler Gallon can remove tough set-in stains while leaving fabrics feeling smooth.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 1 Apr. 2023
Gabe Lacques, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2023
Traditional lending can often unintentionally box out small-business owners with stringent and set-in-stone requirements.
—Xan Myburgh, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2023
Adjective
When treating set-in stains, using a laundry brush lends more mechanical action to the stain-removal process.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2024
Deep cleaning fabrics: Fabrics that are dingy or yellowed from age or product buildup, or that have deeply set-in stains, can be restored using oxygen bleach.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2024
Even the toughest, set-in grease stains can be effectively banished with the help of a few household products and a little know-how.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 28 July 2024
Ideal for removing everyday dirt and grime and tough set-in stains, it can also be used for shirts, towels, workout gear and more for versatile use on the go.
—Alyssa Rotunno, Travel + Leisure, 17 Nov. 2023
The Daily Shirt is aptly designed for paddling, thanks to set-in sleeves and minimal stitching and seams throughout.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023
The dress has a crew neckline, set-in sleeves, and a functional front pocket.
—Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 7 Aug. 2023
Our testers noted that this product completely removed both fresh and set-in red wine stains from t-shirts.
—Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2023
With its powerful stain-fighting formula, Tyler Gallon can remove tough set-in stains while leaving fabrics feeling smooth.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 1 Apr. 2023
Noun
In certain quarters, this space included, the pitch clock’s biggest challenge figured to come from the saltiest, set-in-their-ways veterans chafing at being told to move it along, service time be damned.
—Gabe Lacques, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2023
Traditional lending can often unintentionally box out small-business owners with stringent and set-in-stone requirements.
—Xan Myburgh, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2023
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“Set-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/set-in. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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