set in

verb

Definition of set innext
as in to begin
to come into existence a cold spell set in sometime last week

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set in
  1. begin
  2. start
  3. be
  4. originate
  5. arise
  6. appear
  7. commence
  8. form
Verb
  • The gallery began exhibiting Crain’s work in 2018 and started representing her soon after.
    Maddie Klett, ARTnews.com, 14 Jan. 2025
  • The Whites and Skaggs also began performing often together, with Skaggs introducing the group to new audiences.
    Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 14 Jan. 2025
Definition of begin
Verb
  • The reason is because crane recovery has been so effective that the birds are starting to be nuisances.
    Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Luckily, replacing them doesn’t have to cost a small fortune thanks to Walmart’s deals starting at $6.
    Shea Simmons, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025
Definition of start
Verb
  • But there is another hero of the epic aerial firefight that doesn’t get much applause: the Encino Reservoir.
    Shelby Grad, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2025
  • According to longtime combat sports journalist Ariel Helwani, there were several important updates and details about the wildfires’ impact on the event.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
Definition of be
Verb
  • The claim originated from a Dec. 22, 2024, Facebook post by SpaceX Fanclub, which is part of the SpaceXMania network of satirical accounts.
    Joedy McCreary, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2025
  • Although oud doesn’t originate in the Middle East, it has always been revered in the Arab world and played a significant part in Islamic culture.
    Sable Yong, Allure, 17 Jan. 2025
Definition of originate
Verb
  • But the guidelines did not state what actions should be taken when an appearance of a conflict arose.
    Alexandra Berzon, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2025
  • Use this to build a plan for when the next downturn arises.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
Definition of arise
Verb
  • Haley Joel made a name for himself with roles in Forrest Gump and Pay It Forward and recently appeared in Blink Twice.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
  • And when older women did appear, they were cast stereotypically.
    Valerie Monroe, Allure, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of appear
Verb
  • The 119th Congress has commenced with a notable shift in religious affiliation among its members, reflecting a broader trend of religion declining across the United States.
    Janae Bowens, Baltimore Sun, 10 Jan. 2025
  • But the real processing will commence in the next weeks and months as El Capitan starts conducting nuclear weapons research in addition to computing work for fusion energy projects, climate change, and drug discovery.
    Michael Kan, PCMAG, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of commence
Verb
  • Newsweek previously explored foods high in plastic chemicals and ways to reduce microplastic consumption—tiny particles formed when larger plastics break down.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Enterprises should also form cross-functional committees—including legal, HR and tech leaders—to oversee AI ethics and align GenAI initiatives with organizational values.
    Betsy Reed, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of form
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set forth

set in

set in motion

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