SET OUT Synonyms: 67 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

Definition of set out

as in to describe

to give a representation or account of in words in his inaugural address, the president set out his vision for the nation over the next four years

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setout

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noun

ˈset-ˌau̇t

as in layout

the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized the setout of the stations at the polling place was a little confusing

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Around the same time as the summit, the British government says Burnham will set out options for the long-term relationship with Europe, and ask the public to weigh in. — ABC News, 27 Oct. 2026 Launched during the pandemic, the skin care brand set out to deliver high-performance formulas at accessible prices. — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026 On Saturday, Verna set out to prove just this during North Miami’s second annual Vegan Creole Fest, a celebration of Haitian culture, food and healthy living that featured music, children’s games, a produce giveaway and a cooking demonstration. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 25 Oct. 2026 The Tailor’s Wife/bullying local queen bee (Elizabeth Debicki) sets out to sabotage the romance. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for set out

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Companies that describe their services as sovereign without being clear about those dependencies risk accusations of sovereignty-washing.

— Margot Edelman, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026
Some puzzlers describe solving the crossword as a workout; for me, today’s was a knock-down, drag-out fistfight.

— Sean McGowan, New York Times, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of describe

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Part of that strategy is to connect with younger consumers, hence a recent partnership with 21-year-old livestreamer iShowSpeed along with innovating with menu items, branding, and store layout.

— Preston Fore, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
Riding Modes Pro introduces a customizable Race Pro mode, along with three additional Sport display layouts showing data such as traction-control intervention, braking force and lean angle.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2026

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Beckman portrayed the first lady's work on the ceasefire as an extension of her efforts to help reunite Russian and Ukrainian children with their families after they were separated by Russia's war against Ukraine.

— BEN FINLEY, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026
Pundits continue to portray the Taiwan Strait as the world’s most dangerous flashpoint; the summit’s agenda suggested otherwise.

— Ningrong Liu, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of portray

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Right now, a potential bearish formation has taken shape, and additional downside follow-through would complete the pattern.

— Frank Cappelleri, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026
The food is also a decent source of nutrients, such as phosphorus, vitamin B12, selenium and zinc, which support blood cell formation, nerve function, bone health and metabolism.

— Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of formation

Noun

Containerized units support flexible replacement The batteries’ containerized format allows them to be handled and stowed in the same manner as standard cargo containers.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 23 Oct. 2026
The format is a four-course prix fixe in the dining room, plus à la carte at the bar and on the 14-seat patio.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026

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