Be set on something/on doing something
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To be determined or decided to do something.
She's set on going to that university, even though it's really expensive.
Often appears as...
- she's set on
- set on going
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To select or choose something.
I've set my eyes on that red dress in the shop window.
Often appears as...
- set my eyes on
- set his heart on
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To be determined or decided to do something.
She's set on going to that university, even though it's really expensive.
Often appears as...
- she's set on
- set on going
phrase
To select or choose something.
I've set my eyes on that red dress in the shop window.
Often appears as...
- set my eyes on
- set his heart on
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Strong Intention
Shows a person's strong determination or resolve towards achieving something.
He's set on becoming a doctor, no matter how hard the studies are.
Pro Tip 2/3No Alternatives
Indicates that someone is fixed on a single course of action without considering other options.
She's set on starting her own business, even though her parents advised against it.
Pro Tip 3/3Potential Opposition
Can imply a person's decision may face opposition or is contrary to advice given.
They're set on traveling despite the storm warnings.
Pro Tip 1/3Strong Intention
Shows a person's strong determination or resolve towards achieving something.
He's set on becoming a doctor, no matter how hard the studies are.
Pro Tip 2/3No Alternatives
Indicates that someone is fixed on a single course of action without considering other options.
She's set on starting her own business, even though her parents advised against it.
Pro Tip 3/3Potential Opposition
Can imply a person's decision may face opposition or is contrary to advice given.
They're set on traveling despite the storm warnings.
Pro Tip 1/3Strong Intention
Shows a person's strong determination or resolve towards achieving something.
He's set on becoming a doctor, no matter how hard the studies are.
Pro Tip 2/3No Alternatives
Indicates that someone is fixed on a single course of action without considering other options.
She's set on starting her own business, even though her parents advised against it.
Pro Tip 3/3Potential Opposition
Can imply a person's decision may face opposition or is contrary to advice given.
They're set on traveling despite the storm warnings.
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