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hand setting

British

noun

printing text matter composed in metal type by hand, rather than by machine

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Jonah Peretti, BuzzFeed’s founder and chief executive, has already rejected some of Mr. Ramaswamy’s requests out of hand, setting up a clash between the two men.

From New York Times • May 28, 2024

“On the other hand, setting boundaries and asking for what we want offers an opportunity to be heard, validated and supported.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 5, 2023

But Ivey, former Prince George’s County state’s attorney, finished the first quarter with more cash on hand, setting him up to compete with Edwards in what marks something of a congressional rematch.

From Washington Post • Apr. 18, 2022

I felt safe enough to linger on the intersection and giving him a hand, setting up chairs.

From Slate • Mar. 8, 2021

He stopped cranking and pulled the bucket up the last few feet by hand, setting it on the lip of the well.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull

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