set forth

To explain facts, rules, or ideas clearly in speech or writing.

• The report sets forth the facts.
• She set forth her reasons in a letter.
• The rules are set forth on the first page.

How to use it: set forth something (The agreement sets forth the duties of each partner.); set something forth (These conditions are important, so please set them forth clearly.)

Similar words: state, explain, describe, lay out

Common phrases: set forth rules, set forth reasons, set forth details

To offer an idea or plan for other people to consider.

• They set forth a new plan.
• She set forth several possible solutions at the meeting.
• What proposals will the committee set forth?

How to use it: set forth something (The minister set forth a proposal for cheaper housing.); set something forth (She set her proposal forth for the committee to consider.)

Similar words: propose, put forward, present

Common phrases: set forth proposals, set forth ideas, set forth alternatives

To leave a place and begin a journey.

• They set forth at dawn.
• The sailors set forth with enough food for a month.
• We shall set forth on our journey tomorrow.

How to use it: set forth on something (The explorers set forth on a journey across the desert.); set forth from somewhere (They set forth from the village before sunrise.)

Similar words: set off, set out, depart

Opposites: arrive

Common phrases: set forth again, set forth eastward, set forth together

To begin an activity or undertaking.

• They set forth to rebuild the village.
• She set forth to establish a school for local children.
• We set forth with great hopes for our new enterprise.

How to use it: set forth to do something (They set forth to build a better life.)

Similar words: begin, start, embark

Opposites: finish, stop

Common phrases: set forth anew, set forth eagerly