sets up

VERB

start

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arrange assemble begin build build up construct create erect establish found inaugurate initiate install institute introduce launch open organize prepare put up raise strengthen

WEAK

back compose constitute elevate excite exhilarate inspire make provision for originate prearrange put together rear stimulate subsidize usher in

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cease close conclude confuse decrease demolish destroy disarrange dismantle disorder disorganize disperse end finish ignore lessen neglect raze ruin scatter stop weaken

Example Sentences

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It all sets up for what is suddenly a zesty Game 4 on Wednesday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

“Both SPX and QQQ closed down from the opening print and Monday’s close sets up for a probable test and undercut of last Friday’s lows,” said Newton in his note published late Monday.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Ali’s divided identity, stemming in part from an all-too-present white mother and all-too-missing Black father, sets up issues that are touched on but never deeply engaged.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

It also sets up what will be a closely watched contest in November's general election between Paxton and his Democratic opponent, state legislator James Talarico.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

“You had me worried,” says Siraj, while Ainsley sets up her cello at center stage.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein