set me down

USAGE SUMMARY

"set me down" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
You can use it to describe being placed on the ground or being given an instruction. For example, "The kind nurse set me down on the bed before giving me a blanket."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Wiki

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

14 human-written examples

And so we arrived in enemy territory, and they set me down at the enemy's door.

The New Yorker

It set me down a whole road of not being afraid to remove some of cinema's manipulative tools.

The Guardian - Film

I read a paper in the National Academy of Sciences that set me down this whole road.

The Guardian

She would set me down at the table like I was a little queen!" We passed the corner of Vance and Allen.

The New Yorker

When Lonely Planet set me down on an island like Ko Samui, then relatively unspoiled but already speckled with bungalows, I realized that I was seeing a parallel Thailand that bore little relation to the "real" thing.

The New Yorker

The caribou herd in the area around Prudhoe Bay, the center of North Slope drilling, has actually expanded, and I spotted two caribou nonchalantly grazing right by Prudhoe Bay -- while I haven't seen any caribou since a bush pilot set me down in the refuge on Saturday on a riverside bit of gravel.

The New York Times

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

44 human-written examples

"And the poem / Has set me softly down beside you.

The New Yorker

The course became the book, for which I got $9,000, but will set me sliding down the rainbow of brand and platform and everything else that's supposed to land at the pot of gold.

Vice

Gypsy Joe set me straight about the down-and-out cohort without his usual smile.

The Guardian

So when my editor set me the challenge to venture down the rabbit hole of Vancouver's worst clubs I couldn't help but leap at the opportunity.

Vice

The plays, both melodramas by St. John Frizell, a Brooklyn writer, were especially lavish affairs; for a pirate play titled "Blow Me Down," set pieces included a pair of good-sized ships.

The New York Times

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "set me down" when you want to describe the action of gently placing someone or something, or when referring to something that has started you on a specific course or path. Consider the context to ensure it's the most appropriate phrasing.

Common error

Avoid using "set me down" when a more direct verb like "place" or "put" would be clearer. The phrase is most effective when implying a gentle action or a significant influence.

Linguistic Context

The phrasal verb "set me down" primarily functions as a dynamic verb, indicating the action of placing someone or something. This is supported by Ludwig examples where it describes physical placement, as well as influencing a path or decision.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

News & Media

60%

Wiki

20%

Encyclopedias

20%

Less common in

Science

0%

Formal & Business

0%

Reference

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The phrasal verb "set me down" is grammatically correct and used to describe the action of placing someone or something in a location or to indicate the beginning of a journey or influence. Ludwig AI confirms that the phrase is usable and that it can describe the physical placement or instructions. It has a neutral register, finding common use in news, media, and general writing. While not the most frequent phrase, it is certainly a valid and understandable expression. Consider the context to ensure its gentle implication aligns with your intended meaning.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

put me down

Focuses on the physical act of placing someone or something down.

place me down

A more formal way of saying "set me down", emphasizing careful placement.

drop me off

Specifically refers to being left at a location, often from a vehicle.

let me off

Similar to "drop me off", but can also imply being relieved of a responsibility.

deposit me

A less common, slightly impersonal way of saying "set me down".

influence my path

Shifts the meaning to influencing someone's direction or life course.

guide my steps

Implies leading or directing someone, rather than physically placing them.

lead me to

Focuses on guidance towards a specific outcome or destination.

put me on the path

Similar to "influence my path", but with a stronger emphasis on starting a journey.

steer me towards

Suggests a gentle redirection or guidance.

FAQs

How can I use "set me down" in a sentence?

You can use "set me down" to describe the action of someone placing you somewhere, as in "The pilot "set me down" in the refuge". It can also describe something that started you on a new course, as in "That paper "set me down" this whole road".

What can I say instead of "set me down"?

You can use alternatives like "put me down", "place me down", or "drop me off" depending on the specific context.

Which is correct, "set me down" or "sit me down"?

"Set me down" implies placing someone or something, while "sit me down" implies helping someone to be seated. The choice depends on the intended meaning.

What's the difference between "set me down" and "put me down"?

While both phrases can be used to describe placing someone or something, ""set me down"" often carries a gentler connotation, whereas "put me down" can be more general.