set pieces

Definition of set piecesnext
plural of set piece
See the Dictionary Definition 

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for set pieces
Noun
  • Behind the scenes, general manager George Paton and head coach Sean Payton have discussed that this year’s draft will hinge on Day 3.
    Luca Evans, Denver Post, 25 Apr. 2026
  • The paintings incorporate scenes Martinez witnessed during nighttime walks through Istanbul, contemplating the boundaries and borders created by the city’s barriers, amid political unrest and oppression.
    Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The soft organic stretchy cotton is pediatrician recommended for sensitive skin, and the thoughtful designs will look great in a variety of nursery decors.
    DeVonne Goode, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
  • The pearl color matches most home decors.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • There is no equivalent on Chinese sets, where directors have been known to demonstrate the blocking themselves.
    Chang Che, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
  • The Ravens, who have an offensive coordinator in Declan Doyle who is expected to lean on multiple tight end sets, still have just two tight ends on the roster.
    Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Set pieces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/set%20pieces. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster