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to set off
[phrase form: set]
01
to make something operate, especially by accident
Transitive: to set off a system or mechanism
03
to activate a bomb, an explosive, etc.
Intransitive
Transitive: to set off an explosive
04
to complement the appearance of something, making it look more appealing
Transitive: to set off appearance of something
05
to be the first cause of a chain of events, actions, or reactions that unfold unexpectedly
Transitive: to set off events or actions
06
to subtract certain expenses from one's tax amount
Transitive: to set off an expense
07
to intentionally provoke a reaction or response
Transitive: to set off a reaction
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