setting

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The international flotilla of some 100 boats, mostly setting sail from Barcelona on April 12, will head towards Gaza around April 20, according to the organisers.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

When one of Chloe's closest friends became pregnant, she appreciated being told one-to-one, rather than finding out in a group setting or through another person.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Her analysis highlights hydrothermal systems formed by meteor impacts as an overlooked but potentially important setting for life's beginnings.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

“He had just finished setting up the bassinet, shelves, and his baby basket,” said Trejo.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

She had all kinds of girl stuff setting around; corn shuck dolls, mud pies, and pretty bottles.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls