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SET BACK

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2 senses for set back as a Noun:

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Definitions:
- structure where a wall or building narrows abruptly) The noun setback has 1 sense (first 1 from tagged texts
Synonyms:
Definitions:
- an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes
- something that is thwarting or frustrating

3 senses for set back as a Verb:

Synonyms:
- Postpone
- Prorogue
- Hold over
- Put over
- Table
- Shelve
- Set back
- Defer
- Remit
- Put off
Definitions:
- hold back to a later time
Examples:
- Let's postpone the exam
Synonyms:
- Set back
Definitions:
- slow down the progress of
- hinder
Examples:
- His late start set him back
Synonyms:
- Set back
- Knock back
- Put back
Definitions:
- cost a certain amount
Examples:
- My daughter's wedding set me back $20,000

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