Set (something) Off Idiom American Expressions and American Idioms - What does Set (something) Off Idiom mean?

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set (something) off What does set (something) off mean?	to decorate something through contrast, to balance something by difference	We painted the trim of our house red in order to set off the light colors.
set (something) off What does set (something) off mean?	to cause something to explode	The fire set off a large explosion on the ship.
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racked with pain What does "racked with pain" mean?	to be suffering from severe pain	The man was racked with pain after he fell from the ladder.
under (close) scrutiny What does "under (close) scrutiny" mean?	being watched or examined closely	The business owner was under close scrutiny after the accounting scandal.
Blood and thunder What does "Blood and thunder" mean?	An emotional speech or performance is full of blood and thunder.
come back to haunt (someone) What does "come back to haunt (someone)" mean?	result in undesirable effects eventually

Kick in the teeth What does "Kick in the teeth" mean?	Bad news or a sudden disappointment are a kick in the teeth.
Make your toes curl What does "Make your toes curl" mean?	If something makes your toes curl, it makes you feel very uncomfortable, shocked or embarrassed.
do a snow job on (someone) What does "do a snow job on (someone)" mean?	to deceive or confuse someone	The salesman tried to do a snow job on me but I did not believe him.
keep the wolf from the door What does "keep the wolf from the door" mean?	maintain oneself at a basic level	My job pays just enough money to keep the wolf from the door.

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Set (something) Off Idiom