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to set about
[phrase form: set]
01
to physically attack someone
Dialect
British
BritishTransitive: to set about sb
Examples
The bullies set about the weaker student in a bullying incident.
02
to start a task, action, or process with determination and inspiration
Transitive: to set about doing sth
Examples
The community set about restoring the historic building to its former glory.
