What does "Set foot on" mean?

enter or step onto

Synonym: step onto, enter Opposite: leave, exit

"Set foot on" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Who would dare set foot on this inhospitable summit?

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His baby brother has neνer set foot on a battlefield.

Game of Thrones S2E2

I'M ALLOWED TO PAY FOR IT, BUT I CAN'T SET FOOT ON THE PREMISES.

Gilmore Girls S1E2

l don't want you setting foot on the premises.

Scrubs S1E6

I'm also captain of anyone who sets foot on this ship.

The Office S2E11

"Set foot on" in TV shows & movies

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