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set back - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
set back
Definition
(verb) hold back to a later time
Synonyms
:
defer
,
hold over
,
postpone
,
prorogue
,
put off
,
put over
,
remit
,
shelve
,
table
Example Sentence
let's postpone the exam
Definition
(verb) slow down the progress of; hinder
Example Sentence
His late start set him back
Definition
(verb) cost a certain amount
Synonyms
:
knock back
,
put back
Example Sentence
My daughter's wedding set me back $20,000
Word used in video below:
text: tea set we could make a tea set out of
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