Phrasal Verb - Set In (Phrasal Verb)
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.Definition
"Set in" is a phrasal verb that means to establish or become established, to cause something to become fixed or permanent, or to cause someone to feel strongly about something. It can also mean to begin or start something, or to cause something to happen regularly. This phrasal verb can be followed by various prepositions and nouns depending on the context.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The rain set in just as we were setting up the tent. |
| 2 | The company's new policy set in after the acquisition. |
| 3 | She set her heart on becoming a doctor. |
| 4 | The cold weather set in early this year. |
| 5 | The team's losing streak set in after their star player got injured. |
| 6 | The sun began to set in the west. |
| 7 | The baby's crying set in as soon as we put him down for a nap. |
| 8 | The thief set the alarm and made his escape. |
| 9 | The new employee was set in his ways and resisted change. |
| 10 | The riot set in after the protest turned violent. |
