love set
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of love set
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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That show was “Grease,” a tale of teen angst and true love set in the mid-1950s.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 6, 2022
Steven Spielberg's remake of "West Side Story," a tale of young love set among rival street gangs, was named best musical or comedy and earned three trophies overall, including best actress for Rachel Zegler.
From Reuters ● Jan. 10, 2022
When she climbed aboard the Get Free in October, showing off a set of sea legs neither anticipated, love set sail.
From New York Times ● Feb. 5, 2021
This is true whether you’re campaigning for the highest office in the land or a protagonist trying to find love, set to the bubbly tunes of Colbie Caillat.
From Salon ● Jun. 6, 2016
“It’s a Persian love poem. ‘This flame of love set my heart on fire.
From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein
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