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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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“Both SPX and QQQ closed down from the opening print and Monday’s close sets up for a probable test and undercut of last Friday’s lows,” said Newton in his note published late Monday.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

At the US Open in 2020, he lost the final despite being two sets up against Dominic Thiem and having served for the championship at 5-3 in the final set.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Ali’s divided identity, stemming in part from an all-too-present white mother and all-too-missing Black father, sets up issues that are touched on but never deeply engaged.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

The disconnect sets up an opportunity for investors.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

He sets up chess problems and works them out, or splits kindling, or goes for long walks by himself with a butterfly book.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood