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Discover LudwigThe phrasal verb "set about" is correct and usable in written English.
It means to attempt to do or achieve something, usually with a lot of effort. Example: The team set about finding a solution to the problem.
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In order to ensure the club's financial stability, they set about completely rejuvenating their stadium.
They set about to change that.
Then they set about rearranging the facts.
They set about finding new customers.
Then they set about enjoying themselves.
Which they set about with determination.
Companionably, they set about weeding, washing gravestones and filling vases.
Then they set about preparing for January's two-week shoot.
So they set about educating and curing him.
They set about reclaiming Jimmy with pitiless politeness.
In 2003, after retiring, they set about restoring 11 acres of it to native prairie.
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