Advertisement

View definitions for set aside

set aside

adjective as in reserved

verb as in allocate

verb as in earmark

Strongest matches

Weak matches

Discover More

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

It includes the unique Stehekin Valley — inaccessible by road and, thanks to Congress’ set-aside, a rare lowland valley with an unsullied wild river and more trout, bear and deer than buildings.

Read more on Seattle Times

He insisted he was all in favour of tackling climate change, but that the set-aside rule made no practical sense.

Read more on BBC

A state website last updated in September showed Washington districts have yet to claim about 55% of these set-aside dollars for academic recovery.

Read more on Seattle Times

California’s legislative analyst estimates the set-aside would generate up to $1 billion that would be prioritized for districts that serve low-income families with the greatest number of Black and Latino students.

Read more on New York Times

Wicker, however, has said the 20% set-aside is non-negotiable—even if NSF’s budget doesn’t rise.

Read more on Science Magazine

Advertisement

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement