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to set the stage for something
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to do something that makes it possible or easier for something else to occur
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "set the stage for something" and when to use it?
The idiom "set the stage for something" originally comes from the world of theater and performance. In a theatrical context, "setting the stage" involves arranging the scenery, props, and lighting to create the appropriate atmosphere for a play or performance. In a broader sense, the idiom is used to describe the act of preparing or creating the conditions necessary for an event, action, or development to take place.
Examples
The successful negotiations set the stage for a new era of international cooperation.
The company's innovative marketing strategies have set the stage for significant sales growth.
