as in to begin
to come into existence
a cold spell set in sometime last week
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for set in
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What begins as a simple quest soon transforms into a life-changing adventure, forcing Alex to reevaluate her priorities.—
Veronica Villafañe,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025 -
Following news of his death, multiple tributes began to pour in for him on his last Instagram post.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Instead, Smash The Musical starts just well enough, and stays there.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Japanese Breakfast will play Coachella on April 12 and April 19 before embarking on an international tour starting April 23.—
Abigail Lee,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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There was previous speculation that Harrelson had turned down a role on the project, due to producer David Bernad’s stipulation that all cast members’ salaries be the same.—
Caroline Frost,
Deadline,
5 Apr. 2025
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There is no reason yet to think that this will be the story of protest in Trump’s second term.—
Gal Beckerman,
The Atlantic,
5 Apr. 2025
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The Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon TV series originated a couple of years ago when Sony regained the rights to the books through a first-look deal with Vertigo and tapped Ning to adapt it as part of an overall deal.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Now, analysis of the covers reveals the distant lands — and animals — where the chemises originate.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2025
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Taking the time to prepare now ensures that when the opportunity to sell a business arises, the business is in a position to attract serious buyers and command the highest possible price.—
Lien De Pau,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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But some conservationists are expressing wide ranging concern about the unintended consequences that could arise as researchers continue to try and resurrect versions of extinct animals.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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After the risk assessment, the brothers will appear at independent parole board hearings on June 13, Newsom said.—
Emily Shapiro,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
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These concerns appeared to strike a chord—at least in part—with U.S. District Court Judge Claudia Wilken, who brought up the issue several times during this week’s fairness hearing over whether to grant the settlement’s final approval.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
11 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Before Emmerich’s exit, the option to the game were re-upped and talks with Jason Momoa commenced.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
7 Apr. 2025
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The filing indicates that the company has not commenced any operations and has not generated any revenues.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
3 Apr. 2025
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However, Daniels said that contract was signed by the conferences, Notre Dame and BCS Properties LLC—a legacy entity originally formed to manage the Bowl Championship Series media rights and that continues to serve as the intellectual property rights holder for the CFP brand.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Amy Coney Barrett were decisive figures in forming the majorities.—
Devin Dwyer,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2025
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