stage set

noun

: scenery and properties designed and arranged for a particular scene in a play

Examples of stage set in a Sentence

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Tourism should be a bridge into Caymanian life, not a stage set in front of it. — Baz Dreisinger, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026 Bridgers performed on a small circular stage set up to look like a 1970s rec room. — Jem Aswad, Variety, 5 June 2026 Fresh off the Strokes’ main stage set at Coachella, the band has announced a summer tour in support of their upcoming album Reality Awaits. — Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 13 Apr. 2026 Harry Styles is implementing changes to the stage set for his Together, Together Tour after attendees voiced frustrations with a poor viewing experience. — Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for stage set

Word History

First Known Use

1861, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stage set was in 1861

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“Stage set.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stage%20set. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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