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as in to put
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
set up tables in the living room for the party
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as in to establish
to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of
set up a scholarship fund for deserving students from the inner city
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as in to erect
to fix in an upright position
set up a post from which to hang the sign
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as in to build
to form by putting together parts or materials
set up the prefabricated shed by following the instructions
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as in to heal
to restore to a healthy condition
don't worry, the doctor will set you up in no time
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as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
the textbook's setup calls for a list of questions at the end of each chapter
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as in sequence
the way objects in space or events in time are arranged or follow one another
changed the setup of the living room furniture several times before being satisfied
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Recent Examples of set up
Mike Defabo, New York Times, 22 July 2025
Meanwhile, several states have set up task forces to monitor their regional court systems and issue AI guidance, while states like Virginia and Montana have passed laws requiring human oversight for any AI systems used in criminal justice decisions.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 21 July 2025
PC Magazine, 23 July 2025
Similar setups exist for a handful of other agencies, providing a degree of independence from the political impulses of the White House.
—Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 23 July 2025
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Verb
The addition is significant for a Steelers offense that wants to lean heavily upon its running game to set up play action.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 22 July 2025
Meanwhile, several states have set up task forces to monitor their regional court systems and issue AI guidance, while states like Virginia and Montana have passed laws requiring human oversight for any AI systems used in criminal justice decisions.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 21 July 2025
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Importantly, the sign-up and setup process occurred entirely online through T-Mobile’s website.
—PC Magazine, 23 July 2025
Similar setups exist for a handful of other agencies, providing a degree of independence from the political impulses of the White House.
—Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set up
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The state health department distributes $12 million in SNAP-Ed funding annually to half a dozen agencies who, in turn, put staff in schools, senior centers, food pantries and farmers markets to teach food stamp recipients how to eat healthier and live a more active lifestyle.—
Kelly Meyerhofer,
jsonline.com,
29 July 2025
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Robert put the club ahead one inning later with the 99th home run of his career.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
29 July 2025
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The plan is the department's effort to establish a clear vision while seeking community input to create a roadmap for the department over the next five years.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
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While people had always moved between the U.S.-Mexico border, migration increased exponentially after the U.S. government, facing a labor shortage in World War II, established the Bracero program, which brought millions of Mexican contract workers to the U.S.—
Jimmy Patino,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 July 2025
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Of course, the powers that be erected giant roadblocks to try to hinder him — and failed.—
Jeremy Helligar,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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The state’s emergency rules gave DeSantis the power to commandeer an airport owned by Miami-Dade County and deploy more than a dozen contractors to erect a tent city that has so far cost taxpayers about $240 million, according to available public records.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 July 2025
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The song begins as a solo by Rumi and builds into a powerful ensemble, complete with Mira, Zoey and even the crowd.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Teens benefit most from opportunities that blend rigorous academics or real-world work, meaningful mentorship, and hands-on projects — experiences that build skills and confidence long after college applications are done.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Eric carried deep pain from a traumatic childhood that never fully healed.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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All of us: Speak up, share stories, and push for care that heals the whole person — not just the disease.—
Essence,
Essence,
18 July 2025
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Even though many European cities employ map layouts that are far more complex than many American street scenarios, Tesla says that with FSD Supervised, the Model 3 could move through inner-city streets with little human supervision.—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Open-concept layouts, expansive kitchen islands, large windows, and natural light throughout give each residence a refined, contemporary feel.—
Bates Homes,
Idaho Statesman,
20 July 2025
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And there were almost no visual effects used when Tim and Millie’s eyes touch in a queasy, skin-crawling sequence.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
30 July 2025
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Then during the pegging phase, players go back-and-forth laying down one card at a time, with points assigned to specific sequences.—
Andrew Montequin,
jsonline.com,
29 July 2025
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The southern coast of Alaska is highly quake-prone, situated at a spot where the Pacific plate slides beneath the North American plate, leading to extreme tectonic instability.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
30 July 2025
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In a social media post on Friday, July 25, Liberty Hospital shared a photo of the baby girl wrapped up and wearing a yellow bow as she was situated on top of a Kelce jersey.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
26 July 2025
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