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Definitions

set in

[set-in] / ˈsɛtˌɪn /

ADJECTIVE

embedded

Synonyms

STRONGEST

fixed ingrained installed planted

STRONG

encapsulated enclosed impacted inserted nested

WEAK

deep-seated

ADJECTIVE

indented

Synonyms

STRONG

paragraphed sectioned

VERB

arise

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appear begin crop up derive emanate emerge ensue happen occur originate result rise stem

STRONG

commence flow follow head issue spring start

WEAK

come to light

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cause disappear end finish

STRONG

complete stop

WEAK

lay lie sit

VERB

break out

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appear arise begin commence erupt explode occur start

WEAK

burst forth spring up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

complete conclude die end finish stop

VERB

storm

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assault rip roar stalk tear

STRONG

assail beset bluster charge fly rage stomp strike thunder

WEAK

come at take by storm take on

Example Sentences

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Farhad, a 35-year-old chef, also said life was becoming "increasingly difficult", noting economic hardship had set in even before the war.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Well into the 2020s, the Sunday-night show has retained millions of loyal viewers, even surpassing some of the ratings records it had set in previous decades.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

The second season is set in 1987 with the backdrop of a general election.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The current record of $142.4 billion in IPO proceeds was set in 2021, according to the firm’s data.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Ma never said anything about it, but one day, while he was at work, she just packed our bags and took us to the bus station, her mouth set in a firm line.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo

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