词组 | set ahead |
释义 | Phr V set ahead sets, setting, set set sth ahead American to change the time on clocks and watches in the spring so that it is an hour laterWhen do we set the clocks ahead? Is it in March?Did you remember to set your watch ahead this morning? set sth ahead AmE to change your clock or watch to that it shows a later time: Don't forget to set your clocks ahead tonight.■ SIMILAR TO: put forward BrE■ OPPOSITE: set back (redirected from set ahead) set forward1. To move something to or place something at the front or foreground. A noun or pronoun can be used between "set" and "forward." I set the box forward, allowing Ms. Dawkins to stand up on it and get everyone's attention. I set forward the picture of our wedding day on the mantelpiece. 2. To suggest, offer, or propose something for consideration. A noun or pronoun can be used between "set" and "forward." The newly elected mayor has set forward a number of plans for dealing with the housing crisis in the city. The new administration has adopted a policy based on principles set forward by the previous president. set something forward1. to move something to a more forward position. Please set the chair forward a little bit. It is in the walkway. If you set the vase forward, it will show up better against the dark background. 2. to reset a timepiece to a later time. You are supposed to set your clock forward at this time of year. Did you set your watch forward? set forwardAlso, set ahead. Turn a clock to a later time, as in For daylight-saving time we set the clocks forward. [1600s] |
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