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  • 91set-up — also set|up [ˈsetʌp] n 1.) [C usually singular] the way that something is organized or arranged ▪ the traditional classroom set up 2.) [C usually singular] informal a dishonest plan that is intended to trick someone ▪ How do I know this isn t a… …

    Dictionary of contemporary English

  • 92set aside (something) — 1. to save something for a particular purpose. It s wise to set aside some money for unexpected expenses that may come up in the future. After melting the chocolate, set it aside and beat the eggs. 2. to not allow something to influence an… …

    New idioms dictionary

  • 93set — /set/ noun a group of items which go together, which are used together or which are sold together ● a set of tools ■ adjective fixed or which cannot be changed ● There is a set fee for all our consultants. ■ verb to fix or to arrange ● We have to …

    Marketing dictionary in english

  • 94set — /set/ adjective fixed or which cannot be changed ● There is a set fee for all our consultants. ■ verb to fix or to arrange something ● We have to set a price for the new computer. ● The price of the calculator has been set low, so as to achieve… …

    Dictionary of banking and finance

  • 95set something in motion — phrase to make a series of events or a process start happening We want to set in motion talks involving all sides in the conflict. Thesaurus: to make something start to exist or happensynonym Main entry: motion * * * start something moving or… …

    Useful english dictionary

  • 96set your teeth on edge — phrase if something such as a sound sets your teeth on edge, you think it is very unpleasant or annoying That whining voice of hers always sets my teeth on edge. Thesaurus: to make someone angry or annoyedsynonym Main entry: tooth * * * set your… …

    Useful english dictionary

  • 97set the world on fire — {v. phr.}, {informal} To do something outstanding; act in a way that attracts much attention or makes you famous. * /John works hard, but he will never set the world on fire./ * /Mary could set the world on fire with her piano playing./ …

    Dictionary of American idioms

  • 98set to — {v.} 1. To make a serious beginning. * /Charlie took a helping of turkey, grabbed his knife and fork, and set to./ 2. To start to fight. * /One man called the other a liar and they set to./ …

    Dictionary of American idioms

  • 99set the world on fire — {v. phr.}, {informal} To do something outstanding; act in a way that attracts much attention or makes you famous. * /John works hard, but he will never set the world on fire./ * /Mary could set the world on fire with her piano playing./ …

    Dictionary of American idioms

  • 100set to — {v.} 1. To make a serious beginning. * /Charlie took a helping of turkey, grabbed his knife and fork, and set to./ 2. To start to fight. * /One man called the other a liar and they set to./ …

    Dictionary of American idioms