set in motion (Meaning)

Wordnet

set in motion (v)

get going; give impetus to

set in motion Sentence Examples

  1. The release of the new product set in motion a flurry of excitement and anticipation.
  2. The earthquake set in motion a series of aftershocks, leaving the region on edge.
  3. The government's decision set in motion a chain of events that would have profound political consequences.
  4. The discovery of the treasure set in motion an international search for its rightful owners.
  5. The wind set in motion the leaves of the trees, creating a mesmerizing dance.
  6. The launch of the rocket set in motion a journey that would span years and millions of miles.
  7. The rumor set in motion a wave of speculation and unease throughout the city.
  8. The doctor's words set in motion a cascade of emotions, both positive and negative.
  9. The birth of the baby set in motion a lifetime of love, joy, and responsibility.
  10. The accident set in motion a complex legal battle that would drag on for years.

FAQs About the word set in motion

get going; give impetus to

pick, whip (up), provoke,stir (up), incite, abet,raise, ferment, foment, instigate

curb, discourage, tame, restrain, hold, rein (in), inhibit, check, regulate, constrain

The release of the new product set in motion a flurry of excitement and anticipation.

The earthquake set in motion a series of aftershocks, leaving the region on edge.

The government's decision set in motion a chain of events that would have profound political consequences.

The discovery of the treasure set in motion an international search for its rightful owners.