Here is a list of phrasal verbs with set. Each expression is followed by its meaning. Example sentences are also given.
Set about
To set about something is to start doing something with determination.
- He immediately set about organizing the program.
Set someone apart
If a particular quality sets you apart, it makes you seem superior.
- Quality is what sets our products apart.
Set something aside
To set something aside is to annul a legal decision.
- The high court set aside the ruling of the lower court.
Set in
If something sets in, it begins and seems likely to continue.
- Monsoon has set in.
- Cold weather has set in.
Set off / set out
To set off or set out is to begin a journey.
- We set off in the morning.
Set something off
To set something off is to cause an alarm or a bomb to go off.
Set something forth
To set something forth is to describe it in writing or speech.
- In his speech on terrorism, he set forth his views at length.
Set on
To set on is to attack violently.
- The robbers set on the helpless travelers.
Set up
To set up is to establish a business or other organization.
- I am raising money to set up a business.