as in to dedicate
to keep or intend for a special purpose
I have set by the earnings from my weekend job to use as vacation money
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Recent Examples of set by
Yet the latest data from the Department of Homeland Security shows that ICE arrests still have not kept up with the goals set by Trump administration officials.
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Joel Rose, NPR, 1 Mar. 2025
The 64th edition of the Viña del Mar Festival kicked off Sunday with a riveting set by Marc Anthony and since, artists like Myriam Hernández, Ha*Ash, Carlos Vives, Carín León, Incubus, Duki, Eladio Carrión and Kid Voodoo have performed at the Quinta Vergara.
—Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 1 Mar. 2025
No points will be given for pole position in Race 1, but one will be given for the fastest lap if it is set by one of the top eight classified drivers.
—Patrick Iversen, The Athletic, 25 Feb. 2025
Show Empathy Toward Others Formerly remote or hybrid employees can co-exist peacefully and productively in a full-time office setting by intentionally reconnecting—building relationships through presence, active listening and collaboration.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
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Joel Rose, NPR, 1 Mar. 2025
The 64th edition of the Viña del Mar Festival kicked off Sunday with a riveting set by Marc Anthony and since, artists like Myriam Hernández, Ha*Ash, Carlos Vives, Carín León, Incubus, Duki, Eladio Carrión and Kid Voodoo have performed at the Quinta Vergara.
—Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 1 Mar. 2025
No points will be given for pole position in Race 1, but one will be given for the fastest lap if it is set by one of the top eight classified drivers.
—Patrick Iversen, The Athletic, 25 Feb. 2025
Show Empathy Toward Others Formerly remote or hybrid employees can co-exist peacefully and productively in a full-time office setting by intentionally reconnecting—building relationships through presence, active listening and collaboration.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set by
Verb
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In the years following his death, his mother Voletta dedicated herself to preserving her son’s legacy.—
Shirley Halperin for The Hollywood Reporter,
Robb Report,
1 Mar. 2025
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Opening in Belfast this March, the store will dedicate 8,700 square feet entirely to interiors, soft furnishings, and home accessories, marking a clear statement of intent in a category that has been growing steadily.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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California needs to devote more money to rooftop solar, not less.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2025
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Two features at True/False devote attention to human experience rarely documented in film: Deaf President Now!, directed by Nyle DiMarco and Oscar winner Davis Guggenheim, and The Silence of My Hands, directed by Manuel Acuña.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
26 Feb. 2025
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Find even more tech deals at Walmart today, and keep on saving!—
Shubham Yewale,
PCMAG,
5 Mar. 2025
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In addition, remote workers and people who are looking to save money have found benefits and freedom while living in a van.—
Patrick Connolly,
Orlando Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Set by.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set%20by. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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