Definitions

set up

[set-uhp] / ˈsɛtˌʌp /

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 make provision for originate prearrange put together rear 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

VERB

stimulate

Synonyms

WEAK

elate excite exhilarate inspire stimulate

ADJECTIVE

orderly

Synonyms

STRONG

arranged fixed methodic methodical/methodic orderly prearranged premeditated prepared systematic systematical

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Amid the flurry of publicity for “Alice and Steve,” Walker isn’t sure what comes next; the series ends with a very dramatic cliffhanger, which could set up a second season.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Diogo Mónica, who has amassed sizable positions in a number of startups over his career, set up a plan to avoid rash decisions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Monday's filing says the trust was one of three set up for their children with "unambiguous instructions" as part of an estate plan established in 1993.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

She decided to set up a WhatsApp group to keep track of and share information amongst those affected.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

They talk for a few minutes before Alex says, “Let me know if you need help getting anything else set up beyond the ghost tour.”

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy

set up

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