What does "Set up" mean?

prepare or arrange

Synonym: arrange, organize Opposite: disorganize, disrupt

"Set up" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

We have a minute to set up!

— Modern Family S3E23

Yo, Miss Day, where should we set up these bells?

— New Girl S1E7

Can you guys run up ahead and set up the picnic?

— Parks and Recreation S2E20

shall we set up Delphine's bed

— Peppa Pig S3E12

Is it set up ?

— Black Mirror S2E4

set up one last sale

— Breaking Bad S2E1

Hey, tell me about that new system you set up at the gym for scheduling appointments.

— Brooklyn Nine-Nine S1E14

"Set up" in TV shows & movies

This word appears in 7 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

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