set by

The phrase "set by" is often used to describe the act of reserving or saving something for future use.

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Definition

B2General

(common)To save or put something aside for future use.

Example

She set by a portion of her salary each month for emergencies.
We set by some food in case of a power outage.

C1General

(less common, archaic)To value or esteem something highly.

Example

He set by his grandfather's watch as a precious heirloom.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "set by":

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