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set out

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set something out (for someone or something)
to remove something and place it so that it is available for someone or some purpose. I set a piece of cake out for you to eat whenever you get home. Liz set out some cake for Karen.
See also: out, set

set out (on something)

to begin a journey; to begin a project. We set out on our trip exactly as planned. We set out at noon.
See also: out, set

set out something also set something out
1. (slightly formal) to give the details of or explain something, esp. in writing Your contract sets out the terms and conditions of your employment.
2. to put something in a particular place The waiter cleared the table and set out silverware for their next course. Put your trash in a garbage bag and set it out by the curb.
See also: out, set


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You can dress it up with large wicker lamps and lots of shell art in cute set outs too.
The Government has already set outs its vision and commitment to reform the further education sector in Success for All (see www.
 
 
 
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