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
Advertisement On both sides of the Atlantic, people worried about the new precedent for tyranny set by the Act and Platt’s imprisonment.
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Time, 9 July 2025
Starting in the sixth round, the draft order is set by a complicated formula that includes the team’s overall record in 2024 and when it was eliminated from the postseason (if applicable).
—Melissa Lockard, New York Times, 9 July 2025
Electric supply prices are set by energy markets run by PJM Interconnection, the regional transmission operator.
—Mark Case, Baltimore Sun, 9 July 2025
Some locals suspect the traps may have been set by tire repair shops, as metal was found in close proximity.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 7 July 2025
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Time, 9 July 2025
Starting in the sixth round, the draft order is set by a complicated formula that includes the team’s overall record in 2024 and when it was eliminated from the postseason (if applicable).
—Melissa Lockard, New York Times, 9 July 2025
Electric supply prices are set by energy markets run by PJM Interconnection, the regional transmission operator.
—Mark Case, Baltimore Sun, 9 July 2025
Some locals suspect the traps may have been set by tire repair shops, as metal was found in close proximity.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 7 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for set by
Recent Examples of Synonyms for set by
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Interoperability frees employees from repetitive tasks and enables them to dedicate their time to creativity, strategic thinking and high-value problem-solving.—
Cynthia Tee,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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With that a spiritual and hopeful outlook, DY continues his commitment to dedicate his life to Christianity after announcing his retirement from reggaeton in 2022.—
Griselda Flores,
Billboard,
10 July 2025
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Alaska ranks third, with residents devoting about 14 percent of their monthly income to premiums.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 July 2025
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Now, Koller is devoting much of her time to her lifelong passion for blending biology and machine learning as CEO and founder of insitro, a drug discovery and development company.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
9 July 2025
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Their bravery and quick action undoubtedly saved many lives.—
Shane Croucher
John Feng,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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At best, the new tax break means many seniors will save some money on taxes over four years.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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