set out
Example Sentences
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In November 1832, eight survivors of the sunken American whaleship Mentor set out into the Pacific Ocean in a pair of rickety boats.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
Enchanted by the stories he heard from his co-workers, he set out for New York around 1921, arriving in the early years of the Harlem Renaissance.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
Sir Keir had initially tried to set out how moving ID verification online could reduce current issues with the use of fake documents and borrowed National Insurance numbers being used by illegal workers.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
He used his first statement to the Welsh Parliament to press the case for more powers and funding for Wales' institutions, and set out his priorities including cutting waiting lists and tackling child poverty.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
I pour some Oatie Puffs onto the kitchen counter for him and set out a dish of almonds.
From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins
