setting

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Her analysis highlights hydrothermal systems formed by meteor impacts as an overlooked but potentially important setting for life's beginnings.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

In any case, he insists, "Yes" is not about Israel per se; rather, the country serves merely as a setting in which to observe that "strong feeling of chaos" he sees in the world today.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Jordan Ayala struck out seven and gave up one hit in four innings, setting him up to pitch against St. John Bosco on Tuesday in the Boras Classic.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

It houses the oldest telescope in the world still in its original setting.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Their jaws were just about setting on the ground.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney