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set off

To start a trip, or to cause something to begin.

Meanings of «set off»

1 · verb

to begin a journey

We will set off early to avoid the traffic.

2 · verb

to cause something to start, like an alarm

A loud noise can set off every car alarm nearby.

Similar: triggeractivatestart

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to start a trip, or to cause something to begin