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Phrasal Verb - Set In (Phrasal Verb)

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Raymundo CH

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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
1The rain set in just as we were setting up the tent.
2The company's new policy set in after the acquisition.
3She set her heart on becoming a doctor.
4The cold weather set in early this year.
5The team's losing streak set in after their star player got injured.
6The sun began to set in the west.
7The baby's crying set in as soon as we put him down for a nap.
8The thief set the alarm and made his escape.
9The new employee was set in his ways and resisted change.
10The riot set in after the protest turned violent.