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setting

[set-ing] / ˈsɛt ɪŋ /
NOUN
scene, background
Synonyms
STRONGEST
ambience backdrop context environment framework locale location site surroundings
STRONG
distance frame horizon jungle mounting perspective set shade shadow
WEAK
mise en scène stage set stage setting
Antonyms
STRONG
brightness light

Example Sentences

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Financial advisers traditionally suggested setting aside 1% of a home’s value annually for upkeep, but many now argue that isn’t enough.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

More than a week ago, the president threatened to strike Iran’s power plants, setting the deadline for Monday evening.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

The victory was 35-year-old Spaun's second at the San Antonio event, the setting for his maiden PGA Tour title in 2022.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

There is no opening credits sequence, not even a single bit of pre-title exposition to get viewers acclimated to the characters or the setting.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Had that been one of the souls setting out on its final journey?

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.