setting up
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The lack of a path to a resolution has focused concern on the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran is restricting maritime traffic and setting up a payment mechanism to charge tolls for crossing ships.
From Barron's • May 11, 2026
The beaches, street corners and alleys were clogged with production teams setting up photo shoots.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Spurs ultimately funnelled Villa's play down the middle while also setting up to have numerous players in that area of the pitch.
From BBC • May 4, 2026
LeBron James’ Herculean effort led the shorthanded Lakers to a six-game series win over the Houston Rockets in the first round, setting up a conference semifinal series against the Oklahoma City Thunder that begins Tuesday.
From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026
When I finished walking around the room, I saw that Chris was setting up.
From "Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer" by Kelly Jones
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