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set in

[set-in] / ˈsɛtˌɪn /


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The flames engulfed the roof of the building, set in the 11th-century landmark, blazing across the Ukrainian capital's skyline.

From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026

It’s very unlikely the Fed will make any change at its June meeting to the benchmark interest rate, now set in a range of 3.5%-3.75%.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 14, 2026

The Michigan consumer-sentiment index bounced off its all-time low set in May to rise to 48.9 in the initial June reading, from 44.8 a month earlier.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

In addition to the challenge of finding the appropriate music for a 1970s spy thriller set in Russia, “Ponies” music supervisor Kier Lehman couldn’t license any music from the country due to current international sanctions.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Baaz was still standing by the wagon, his arms crossed, mouth set in an uncompromising line.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray




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