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Set out to

/sɛt aʊt tuː/

B1

PreIntermediate

1. to start a journey or trip with a specific goal in mind

  • They set out to climb the mountain early in the morning.
  • We set out to visit all the famous museums in the city.

2. to begin an activity or project with a particular objective

  • She set out to write a book about her travels.
  • He set out to learn a new language over the summer.

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