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sets up

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 excite exhilarate inspire make provision for originate prearrange put together rear stimulate 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

Example Sentences

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The filing sets up the company to potentially go public as soon as this fall, though OpenAI said it hasn’t yet decided on timing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

It sets up for an intriguing Southern Section Division 2 baseball final on Saturday when Hall goes against Ganesha at 5:30 p.m. at the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes’ diamond.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Insurance companies are increasingly investing policyholders’ money in private credit sold by parent firms or affiliated parties, an approach critics say sets up potential conflicts of interest.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

In his view, stock trading sets up a potential conflict with official duties.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

She motions at one of her attendants, who sets up an easel with a beauty board on it.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton