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It opens at Harrenhal on the eve of an infamous tournament that set in motion events leading to the overthrow of King Aerys II Targaryen, the titular mad king.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 10, 2026

Karyoptosis refers to a series of chemical reactions set in motion when toxic proteins accumulate inside a cell.

From Science Daily Jul. 5, 2026

She cautioned that "if tensions were to arise on that front, for example in the event of a change in interest rates or market sentiment, contagion effects could be set in motion".

From Barron's Jun. 28, 2026

Even so, the activist investor who has mounted repeated proxy fights at Cracker Barrel, Biglari, set in motion a new one to remove Masino and another board member, Gilbert Dávila.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 11, 2026

Now one clock was set in motion, a faint ticking.

From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury




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