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
In those 9 minutes and 34 seconds of the first quarter, Rozier had four rebounds, which is a lot of rebounds for a guard in a single quarter and was above the line set by oddsmakers for Rozier’s total rebounds in that game.
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Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
Without the ball, No 10s must be tactically erudite, recognising pressing triggers set by the striker.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
The situation raises broader questions about transparency, accountability, and the example set by Hialeah’s top official.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
Agendas are usually set by the mayor and city manager, but council members and city committees can also bring items forward.
—Shawn Raymundo, AZCentral.com, 22 Oct. 2025
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Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
Without the ball, No 10s must be tactically erudite, recognising pressing triggers set by the striker.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
The situation raises broader questions about transparency, accountability, and the example set by Hialeah’s top official.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
Agendas are usually set by the mayor and city manager, but council members and city committees can also bring items forward.
—Shawn Raymundo, AZCentral.com, 22 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set by
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Kardashian Barker made sure to dedicate two spots in her Instagram Carousel to show off the nighttime swim photos that her sister posted initially in October 2020.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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Darrois revealed that, on his first day in jail, the ex-president dedicated some time to exercising, as well as starting to write his book.—
Charlotte Reck,
CNN Money,
22 Oct. 2025
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At times, the division has created toxicity in the overall community, making some hardcore fans feel the need to devote their energy to just one act above all else.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
28 Oct. 2025
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The aging Airy had devoted his observatory to stellar measurements that now produced trifling improvements to navigation.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Oct. 2025
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Judging by his big grin, though, the best topic was saved till last when asked to describe Estevao’s display.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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By benching Wilson, Denver made sure that he couldn’t get injured and was consequently able to save money on his release.—
Frank Nunns OConnell,
CNN Money,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Set by.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set%20by. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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