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set

[set] / sɛt /




NOUN
stage setting
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Carmarthenshire council said the application had been refused as it was contrary to the policies set out within Carmarthenshire County Council's Local Development Plan.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

That was set to add to an 11% gain the previous day amid excitement that Google and Nvidia are reportedly using Intel as a backup manufacturer for advanced processors.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

So I brought a soccer ball to set a lot, and just whatever space we’re in, we just kick a ball to each other every now and then.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

“On paper, the transaction clearly makes sense both strategically and financially,” Oddo says, noting the antitrust measures that Intesa set out as part of its bid.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

I set my phone down on the bench beside me and pull the plate closer.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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