phrasal verb 'set apart'
Phrasal verbMain meaning
set apart
[set əˈpɑːrt]
to make something or someone different, distinctive, or special

Other meanings

  • to reserve something for a specific purpose
  • to separate or distinguish

Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "set apart"

  • Her unique style really sets her apart from other artists.
  • The land was set apart for wildlife conservation.
  • Good communication skills can set you apart in a job interview.

Features of Using "set apart"

Separability:Separable Transitivity:Transitive Level:B2 Particle:apart

Often used metaphorically to show distinction.

Can mean both "distinguish" and "reserve."

With pronouns: set them apart.

Other phrasal verbs with the verb set

setup

set up

to establish or arrange something
set-off

set off

to start a journey
set out

set out

to begin a journey or start an activity with a purpose
set in

set in

to begin and seem likely to continue
set aside

set aside

to save or reserve something for a special purpose
set back

set back

to delay the progress of something
set upon

set upon

attack someone suddenly and aggressively
set against

set against

compare or contrast something with something else