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  • present participle of set.
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setting

[set-ing] / ˈsɛt ɪŋ /


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Setting aside the conspiratorial premise, the “many” in Pratt’s assertion is doing a ton of work.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

Setting out the crown's case, Madam Justice McBride said about 21:40 BST on 9 May, a friend of Ms Parton's left her home and, at that point, she was uninjured.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

"Congratulations to Congresswoman Julia Letlow on a fantastic race, beating an Incumbent Senator by Record Setting Numbers," Trump posted Saturday night on his Truth Social platform.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

Setting those perimeters impressed producers while also shaping her personal and creative evolution.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Setting the jar on a stone bench, he settled in the grass nearby, lid in hand.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull




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