The difference between Set aside and Turn down
When used as verbs, set aside means to separate and reserve something for a specific purpose, whereas turn down means to refuse, decline, or deny.
check bellow for the other definitions of Set aside and Turn down
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Set aside as a verb (transitive):
To separate and reserve something for a specific purpose.
Examples:
"Plan to set aside three or four hours to see the museum."
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Set aside as a verb (transitive):
To leave out of account; to omit or neglect.
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Set aside as a verb (transitive):
To disagree with something and reject or overturn it.
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Set aside as a verb (transitive):
To declare something invalid or null and void.
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Turn down as a verb (idiomatic):
To refuse, decline, or deny.
Examples:
"He turned down all our offers of help."
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Turn down as a verb (idiomatic):
To reduce the power, etc. of something by means of a control, such as the volume, heat, or light.
Examples:
"Turn down the television so I can hear myself think."
"When it starts to boil, turn down the heat to a simmer."
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Turn down as a verb (idiomatic):
To reposition by turning, flipping, etc. in a downward direction.
Examples:
"Turn down the blankets to let them air out."