| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
set aside [set əˈsaɪd] | to save or reserve something for a special purpose |
Other meanings
- to disregard or ignore temporarily
- to declare something invalid or not applicable
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "set aside"
- She set aside some money for her vacation.
- The judge set aside the previous ruling.
- Try to set aside your worries for now.
Features of Using "set aside"
Separability:Separable
Transitivity:Transitive
Level:B1
This phrasal verb is commonly used in both literal (money, time) and figurative (feelings, opinions) senses. It’s often used in formal contexts such as legal or financial discussions.
Other phrasal verbs with the verb set
set up
to establish or arrange something
set off
to start a journey
set out
to begin a journey or start an activity with a purpose
set in
to begin and seem likely to continue
set apart
to make something or someone different, distinctive, or special
set back
to delay the progress of something
set upon
attack someone suddenly and aggressively
set against
compare or contrast something with something else
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