Definitions

set piece

[set pees] / ˈsɛt ˌpis /

NOUN

piece of scenery; formal work of art

Synonyms

STRONGEST

scenery tableau

WEAK

ceremony stage set

Example Sentences

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“Something we emphasized heading into the season is how are we going to defend the box and set pieces,” Larkins said.

From Los Angeles Times

Park stages Man-su’s homicide attempts as slapstick set pieces in which our clumsy antihero himself barely gets out alive.

From Los Angeles Times

Gameplay trailers have shown some similarities to the developer's successful Hitman franchise as well as showcasing the gadgets and cinematic set pieces that fans have come to expect from Bond.

From BBC

Remarkably, eight of the last nine goals Crystal Palace have conceded in all competitions have come from set piece situations - including each of the last seven.

From BBC

The 39-year-old admits it has been a "steep learning curve" as he swaps out the set pieces for the stethoscope in his new role at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff.

From BBC