| 单词 | set about something |
| 释义 | (phrasal verb) Definition to start or begin He set about proving she was completely wrong. Synonyms begin start She started counting up the coins. get down to attack tackle She is quite good at DIY and wants to tackle the job herself. set to get to work sail into (informal) take the first step wade into get cracking (informal) make a start on roll up your sleeves get weaving (informal, rare) address yourself to put your shoulder to the wheel (informal) Additional synonymsin the sense of start Definition to begin (something or to do something) She started counting up the coins. Synonyms set about, begin, proceed, embark upon, take the plunge (informal), take the first step, make a beginning, put your hand to the plough (informal) in the sense of tackle Definition to deal with (a problem or task) in a determined way She is quite good at DIY and wants to tackle the job herself. Synonyms undertake, deal with, attempt, try, begin, essay (formal), engage in, embark upon, get stuck into (informal), turn your hand to, have a go or stab at (informal), take the bit between your teeth Nearby words of |
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