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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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By day’s end, after setting off a global panic, the president backed down and announced a two-week ceasefire deal.

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

The four astronauts channeled Apollo 8’s famous Earthrise shot from 1968 with a powerful photo of Earth setting behind the gray, pockmarked moon.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Imagine setting up an elaborate chain of dominoes, where each piece must strike the next in perfect sequence to create a satisfying final outcome.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 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

They are forever setting on nests hatching out chicks, brooding and clucking and attacking anything that comes close.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen