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set aside

[set-uh-sahyd] / ˈsɛt əˌsaɪd /


































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"However, the decision was subsequently set aside by the court", Long said, despite the Prison Service having "resisted it strongly" at the judicial review.

From BBC Sep. 16, 2026

Hofferber recommends having enough cash saved up to cover three to six months of living expenses, plus any money set aside for major purchases in the coming 12 months.

From MarketWatch Sep. 14, 2026

The same summer Pride made his professional debut, Amanda set aside her hesitations and joined a tee-ball league.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 13, 2026

Many children will have just 20 minutes set aside for recess daily, if they’re lucky.

From Slate Sep. 5, 2026

But your sculpture still needs a nose, so you grab some of the clay you set aside before and make a new one.

From "Ugly" by Robert Hoge




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