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to set on
[phrase form: set]
01
atacar, agredir
to attack someone aggressively, either physically or verbally
Transitive: to set on sb
Example
The bullies set on the young student after school, causing him great distress.
Los matones atacaron al joven estudiante después de la escuela, causándole gran angustia.
The angry protesters set on the politician, shouting insults and accusations.
Los manifestantes enojados atacaron al político, gritando insultos y acusaciones.
02
soltar, mandar atacar
to command an animal to attack another individual or entity
Ditransitive: to set on an animal sb/sth
Example
He set his guard dog on the trespasser, who quickly retreated.
Él soltó a su perro guardián sobre el intruso, quien rápidamente retrocedió.
The shepherd set his loyal dog on the intruding wolves to protect the flock of sheep.
El pastor mandó atacar a su perro leal a los lobos intrusos para proteger el rebaño de ovejas.
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