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Synonyms

all set

Idioms  

  1. Ready, in position for some action, as in I'm all set to leave the country. This colloquial term uses set in the sense of “put in proper position or order.” The same meaning appears in the traditional Ready, get set, go for starting a race; here set means “in position to start.”

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The Moon appeared to them as a black orb surrounded by a halo of light, all set against the backdrop of the vast darkness of space.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

It all set up for him to show what could do as a senior.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The films in the main series have all set new box office records on release, and combined they have grossed more than £3 billion worldwide, as well as garnering critical acclaim.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

The table was arranged with empty cups and pitchers or with bowls and jars, all set up to resemble a playful social activity.

From Science Daily • Feb. 10, 2026

A diamond all set round with rubies; that’s a gentleman’s, I hope!

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens

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