set at

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Synonyms of set atnext
: to mount an attack on : assail
I would go although … devils should set at me …—Charlotte Yonge

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His bail was set at $150,000 when he was arraigned in Bronx Supreme Criminal Court Thursday. — Julian Roberts-Grmela, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026 In the 1980s, the FCC’s ownership cap was set at 12 stations reaching no more than 25% of TV households. — Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026 The suspect has pleaded not guilty and his bail has been set at $250,000. — Antonio Pequeño Iv, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026 According to court records, Burgess’ bond was set at $5,000 in that case, and he was released. — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for set at

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