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to set off
[phrase form: set]
01
desencadenar
to make something operate, especially by accident
Transitive: to set off a system or mechanism
Ejemplos
He accidentally set off the fire alarm when he burnt toast in the office kitchen.
Accidentalmente activó la alarma de incendios cuando quemó tostadas en la cocina de la oficina.
02
salir
to start a journey
Intransitive: to set off on a journey | to set off for a journey
Ejemplos
The explorers set off for the jungle, equipped with supplies and a sense of wonder.
Los exploradores partieron hacia la jungla, equipados con suministros y un sentido de asombro.
03
activar, hacer explotar
to activate a bomb, an explosive, etc.
Intransitive
Transitive: to set off an explosive
Ejemplos
The terrorist tried to set the bomb off, but it malfunctioned, preventing a disaster.
El terrorista intentó activar la bomba, pero falló, evitando un desastre.
04
realzar, resaltar
to complement the appearance of something, making it look more appealing
Transitive: to set off appearance of something
Ejemplos
The stylish shoes you 're wearing set off the entire outfit with flair.
Los zapatos elegantes que llevas resaltan todo el atuendo con estilo.
05
provocar
to be the first cause of a chain of events, actions, or reactions that unfold unexpectedly
Transitive: to set off events or actions
Ejemplos
The politician 's remarks during the speech set off a flurry of criticism in the media.
Los comentarios del político durante el discurso desencadenaron una oleada de críticas en los medios.
06
deducir, compensar
to subtract certain expenses from one's tax amount
Transitive: to set off an expense
Ejemplos
Investors can set off capital losses against capital gains to reduce their tax liability.
Los inversores pueden compensar las pérdidas de capital con las ganancias de capital para reducir su responsabilidad fiscal.
07
desencadenar, provocar
to intentionally provoke a reaction or response
Transitive: to set off a reaction
Ejemplos
The sudden announcement set off a frenzy of speculation and rumors.
El anuncio repentino desencadenó un frenesí de especulaciones y rumores.
