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Set Phrase Means Clock Eslpod Time Back Amount

Id ESLPod_0804_WE_1283
Episode Id ESLPod 804
Episode Title Dealing with Time Changes in Scheduling
Phrase to set back
Text In this podcast, the phrase "to set back" means to move one's clock backward a certain amount of time, so that the time displayed on the clock becomes earlier: "Did you remember to set back the clock on the microwave?" The phrase "to set (someone) back" means to cost someone a certain amount of money, usually a lot of money: "How much did that engagement ring set you back?" The phrase "to set aside" means to save something for a particular purpose, or to save it for later use: "Each month, they set aside $300 for their daughter's college education." Finally, the phrase "to set off" means to start a journey or begin a trip: "We're setting off for the Grand Canyon after work on Friday."
Topics Business

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