set off
set
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ɑf
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British pronunciation
/sɛt ˈɒf/

Définition et signification de « set off » en anglais

to set off
[phrase form: set]
01

déclencher, faire exploser

to make something operate, especially by accident
Transitive: to set off a system or mechanism
to set off definition and meaning
example
Exemples
She set the security system off by entering the wrong access code.
Elle a déclenché le système de sécurité en entrant le mauvais code d'accès.
02

se mettre en route, partir

to start a journey
Intransitive: to set off on a journey | to set off for a journey
to set off definition and meaning
example
Exemples
The family set off for their vacation in the mountains, filled with excitement.
La famille partit en vacances à la montagne, remplie d'excitation.
03

déclencher, faire exploser

to activate a bomb, an explosive, etc.
Intransitive
Transitive: to set off an explosive
to set off definition and meaning
example
Exemples
They set off the fireworks display at the stroke of midnight to celebrate the New Year.
Ils ont déclenché le feu d'artifice à minuit pile pour célébrer le Nouvel An.
04

mettre en valeur, faire ressortir

to complement the appearance of something, making it look more appealing
Transitive: to set off appearance of something
example
Exemples
The arrangement of flowers on the table sets off the dining area beautifully.
L'arrangement des fleurs sur la table met en valeur la salle à manger magnifiquement.
05

déclencher

to be the first cause of a chain of events, actions, or reactions that unfold unexpectedly
Transitive: to set off events or actions
example
Exemples
The unexpected news set off a wave of shock and concern among the community.
La nouvelle inattendue a déclenché une vague de choc et d'inquiétude dans la communauté.
06

déduire, compenser

to subtract certain expenses from one's tax amount
Transitive: to set off an expense
example
Exemples
Homeowners often find that mortgage interest and property tax deductions can help set off the overall cost of owning a house.
Les propriétaires trouvent souvent que les déductions d'intérêts hypothécaires et de taxes foncières peuvent aider à compenser le coût global de la possession d'une maison.
07

déclencher, provoquer

to intentionally provoke a reaction or response
Transitive: to set off a reaction
example
Exemples
The controversial decision set off a wave of criticism from various stakeholders.
La décision controversée a déclenché une vague de critiques de la part de diverses parties prenantes.
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