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Recent Examples of set piece
Saada allows this set piece to play out at gratifying length.
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Ben Kenigsberg, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
Villa’s second came from right-back Cash crossing on the second phase of a set piece.
—Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 19 Jan. 2025
Besides, filling this movie with anything more — star cameos or broad comedy set pieces — would be a mistake.
—Jake Coyle, Boston Herald, 17 Jan. 2025
Another set piece is Griffin’s dad telling the story of his first true love.
—Stuart Miller, Orange County Register, 16 Jan. 2025
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Ben Kenigsberg, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
Villa’s second came from right-back Cash crossing on the second phase of a set piece.
—Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 19 Jan. 2025
Besides, filling this movie with anything more — star cameos or broad comedy set pieces — would be a mistake.
—Jake Coyle, Boston Herald, 17 Jan. 2025
Another set piece is Griffin’s dad telling the story of his first true love.
—Stuart Miller, Orange County Register, 16 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set piece
Noun
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But Vana said the change of scenery did little to stop Shipps from molesting her.—
Sara Coello,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Feb. 2025
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Dubois scored for Washington to continue his excellent change of scenery since the Kings dealt him to the Capitals this past June for goaltender Darcy Kuemper, who made 26 saves to help LA win on the road at Carolina and keep his strong season going.—
Stephen Whyno,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Feb. 2025
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The irony was that the Downtown Association had installed a new set of Christmas lights.—
Chris Foran,
Journal Sentinel,
10 Feb. 2025
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According to the New York Times, his set kicked off with part of an unreleased track used in the promotion for the album.—
TIME Staff,
TIME,
10 Feb. 2025
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It was founded by the Russian Imperial Ballet in 1926 and is recognizable by its whimsical decor informed by its home country (namely the red leather banquettes and 24-karat gold ceiling).—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2025
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For those who enjoy the unique personality of decor from the '60s through the '90s, tune in: IKEA took some of its most popular vintage designs and reimagined them, breathing new life into old favorites.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Feb. 2025
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Rollins began investigating the crash scene and determined Terrazas was westbound in the inside lane of Airport and Barrow was eastbound in the inside lane.—
Steven Mross,
arkansasonline.com,
5 Feb. 2025
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That created rowdy scenes that included public intoxication, property damage and fights.—
Anders Fogh Rasmussen,
Newsweek,
5 Feb. 2025
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The 67th Annual Grammy Awards was a night filled with history-making victories, powerful performances, and heartfelt tributes, all set against the backdrop of Los Angeles, a city still reeling from recent devastating wildfires.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
3 Feb. 2025
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Against this backdrop, Goldman compiled a basket of stocks that stand to lose the most under this new tariff regime.—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
3 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Best Chiefs prop bet: Xavier Worthy over 54.5 receiving yards (minus-110: Bet $110 to win $100) Patrick Mahomes’ trust in Worthy has grown throughout the receiver’s rookie season.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
8 Feb. 2025
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There are also prop bets inspired by Taylor Swift, who is expected to be in attendance to cheer on her boyfriend, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
7 Feb. 2025
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Physicists will use this data to measure the properties of both dark matter as well as dark energy, an equally mysterious repulsive force proposed to explain the accelerating expansion of the universe.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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Mealtimes were another highlight, marked by tasty food and unhurried conversations at a variety of restaurants on property.—
Eve Chen,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Cook said an outcome without a major safety incident will be critical for businesses like his own that saw traffic drop following the New Year’s Day attack.—
Mark Guarino,
ABC News,
6 Feb. 2025
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Then, her accessories: Her XL oval sunglasses and chunky gold detailed drop earrings.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
5 Feb. 2025
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“Set piece.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set%20piece. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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