Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the phrase
Set About.
Set About - as a verb
Begin to deal with
Example: "Approach a task"
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Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
Example: "We began working at dawn"
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Example Sentences
"They set about renovating the house."
"He set about writing his novel."
"The team set about developing a new product."
"She set about cleaning the kitchen."
"They set about organizing the event."