SETS OUT Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

sets out

verb

present tense third-person singular of set out

as in describes

to give a representation or account of in words in his inaugural address, the president set out his vision for the nation over the next four years

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Recent Examples of sets out Wolf sets out to recover the items needed for a ritual that will transport him to the Divine Dragon’s abode. — Aman Kumar, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Aug. 2026 After hearing a mysterious radio transmission, Hig becomes fixated on seeking more survivors and sets out on a mission that allies him with Cima (Margaret Qualley) and her father (Guy Pearce). — Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026 But as the company sets out on a $50 billion buildout plan, there's also been an increase in traffic and surging housing costs which threaten to price out lower-income residents. — Alex Harring, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026 When Etna’s close companion handler Jason is killed after four years in earth-scorching combat, Etna sets out to rediscover his coastal puppyhood home in an unnamed region (Yoon’s details suggest Korea) across a wasteland strewn with refugee camps. — Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2026 The former vice president sets out to define values that once dominated the Republican Party. — Terry W. Hartle, Christian Science Monitor, 29 July 2026 The budget resolution sets out instructions for the various committees to draft legislation, which Johnson hopes could be done this summer, with final voting on the package once lawmakers return after the August recess. — ABC News, 22 July 2026 When his former sister-in-law Rachel Mills (Britt Lower) visits him in prison with new evidence that Matthew might still be alive, David escapes and sets out on a mission to rescue him. — Emma Banks, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026 And the proclamation sets out the guideposts for how these federal agencies are to manage those lands. — Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 16 July 2026

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Human Intelligence As Spec The Knowing markets itself as 100% human intelligence, which Thomas describes as a business proposition rather than a moral one.

— Jasmine Browley, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Modern interpreters have read his 10 heads as signifying his vast knowledge of 10 sacred texts, or alternately his 10 ethical failings, but the Ramayana account describes him as 10-headed from birth.

— Charles Preston, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026

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Golf equipment powerhouse Callaway ended its partnership with Good Good Golf amid the justified backlash over a video ad for a new Callaway driver that depicts a man aggressively shoving a woman to the ground.

— Greg Cote August 30, Miami Herald, 30 Aug. 2026
The portrait, painted during Rembrandt’s later years, depicts Catrina Hooghsaet, a wealthy Mennonite woman from Amsterdam, who lived apart from her husband.

— News Desk, Artforum, 28 Aug. 2026

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Amie Donald physically portrays M3GAN, with Jenna Davis providing the voice.

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
The film is directed by Gotham Chopra, portrays NBA superstar Stephen Curry reaching a record 4,000 three-pointers on the basketball court, and the shooting mastery behind the Golden State Warrior team leader’s sporting greatness.

— Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 28 Aug. 2026