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set upon

phrase

Definition of set upon

as in attack

to take sudden, violent action against The armies set upon each other in one of the fiercest battles of the war.

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Recent Examples of set upon Meanwhile, across the way in Capri is the world-famous beach club Fontellina, set upon a rocky expanse. — Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 4 Aug. 2026 Place all dryer-safe clothing from your luggage in the dryer for 30 to 45 minutes at the highest heat setting upon returning home. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026

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set at

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His bond was set at $250,000, according to online court records.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 28 Aug. 2026
The question now is whether those players and their attorneys will decide to challenge rules now being set at a conference level.

— Aaron Beard, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

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