"Setting" Example Sentences
1. The sun was just setting over the horizon.
2. They had the perfect setting for a romantic candlelit dinner.
3. The book was set in a dystopian future setting.
4. She admired the sunset setting the sky ablaze in a fire of red and orange.
5. The ancient temple provided a picturesque setting for the wedding ceremony.
6. We watched the sun setting over the ocean.
7. I enjoy writing descriptions of natural settings like mountains and forests.
8. The books were set in various exotic settings around the world.
9. They chose the picturesque mountain setting for their wedding.
10. He found the tropical island setting peaceful and inspiring for writing.
11. The moon was just setting as dawn approached.
12. She admired the beautiful natural setting of the lake and surrounding forest.
13. The short story captured the mood and atmosphere of its rustic rural setting.
14. The filmmakers chose stunning natural settings to shoot the movie.
15. The meadow provided a perfect outdoor setting for the picnic.
16. The tent provided a cozy setting for stargazing on a warm summer night.
17. The backyard provided a charming setting for an informal barbecue.
18. We enjoyed admiring the sunset setting the clouds ablaze.
19. The garden cafe provided a lovely outdoor setting.
20. The stars were just coming into view as the sun finally set.
21. The new clock is easy to set and adjust the time settings.
22. The stage was set for the dramatic conclusion of the story.
23. She hated feeling confined by the strict setting of the boarding school.
24. The filmmakers chose exotic urban settings to shoot most of the movie.
25. The author carefully created the historical setting of the novel.
26. We enjoyed sitting on the porch and watching the sunset setting the sky afire.
27. The play captured the mood and atmosphere of its 1920s New York City setting.
28. I enjoyed browsing the books set in different historical settings.
29. They created the perfect indoor setting for celebrating Christmas.
30. The outdoor setting made the party feel more festive.
31. She admired the picturesque mountain setting of the little cottage.
32. The table was set for the elaborate Thanksgiving dinner.
33. The alarm clock needs new batteries and the time settings adjusted.
34. The backyard garden provided the perfect al fresco setting for the dinner party.
35. They woke as the sun was just setting below the horizon.
36. She reset the clock and adjusted the time settings.
37. The tropical island setting provided the perfect escape.
38. The historical setting really brought the story to life.
39. The book is set in a small town in the American South.
40. The garden provided a verdant setting for their impromptu picnic.
41. The vast desert provided a picturesque setting for their travels.
42. We watched as the sun finally set over the horizon.
43. He loved reading books set in faraway lands and exotic settings.
44. The film was set in a futuristic dystopian setting.
45. The table was beautifully set for the upcoming dinner party.
46. The sun will be setting early with the time change.
47. They created an enchanting holiday setting with snowmen, wreaths and lights.
48. The picturesque village provided the perfect rustic setting for the bed and breakfast.
49. The sunset set the clouds on fire in a dazzling display of color.
50. The story was set during a turning point in American history.
Common Phases
Set the scene
The author carefully set the scene by describing the run-down hotel lobby.
Set the stage
The first chapter sets the stage for the dramatic events that follow.
Setting the time
I had trouble
setting the time on the new watch.
Backdrop/backdrop
setting
The tropical island provided a picturesque backdrop
setting for the resort.
Provide/evoke a (particular)
setting
The author provides vivid details to evoke an eerie gothic
setting.
Be set in/against/within a certain
setting
The novel is set in the harsh wilderness of the Alaskan frontier.
Describe/capture/portray a
setting
The book perfectly describes the rural
setting of farm communities in the 1940s.
Take place/happen in a certain
setting
Most of the action takes place in a futuristic sci-fi
setting.
Shaping/molding/creating a
setting
The filmmaker spent years researching and molding the historical
setting for the period drama.
Changing/altering a
setting
Altering the futuristic
setting helped avoid comparisons to other sci-fi works.
Transported to/taken to/carried to another
setting
The story transported me to another time and place.
Relocate/reposition/reset to another
setting
The sequel repositioned the story to an urban
setting.
New
setting
The book presented an entirely new
setting I had never encountered before.
Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.