setting

Definition

  • noun: the place and conditions in which something happens or exists
  • noun: the manner, position, or direction in which something is set
  • synonyms: congelation, coagulation, planting

Examples

  • I think you're just 'setting' yourself 'up for' a big disappointment. [=you're expecting something that won't happen and you will be disappointed when it doesn't]

  • They are improving the safety of their vehicles and 'setting' a higher standard for other companies (to follow).

  • You will have the opportunity to view the animals in their natural 'setting'. [='environment']

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Push that in. No, the other... - Here? This one here? - What was that? Taser webs? I don't want Taser webs. You seem to be unfamiliar with your web-shooter settings. Would you like to run a refresher course? - No. Just... You choose. WOMAN : Copy, central. (..)
    2017 Spider-Man: Homecoming