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set store by

idiom
Meaning

To believe that something is very necessary or important; to value highly.


Examples
SIMPLE

I set great store by your honest opinion.

CONTEXTUAL

Because she sets store by punctuality, she always arrives at meetings five minutes early.

COMPLEX

The professor sets store by academic integrity, often reminding students that original research is the foundation of their future careers.

Anchors to
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  1. 01

    all set

    Ready, prepared, equipped.

  2. 02

    game, set, match

    An expression indicating finality, announcing that a series of events—usually involving some form of rivalry—has reached a conclusion.

  3. 03

    give away the store

    To transact, trade, or negotiate badly, by paying, providing, or conceding too much to the other party.

  4. 04

    grow a set

    Synonym of grow a pair.

  5. 05

    hit the stores

    To become available for purchase at retail locations.

  6. 06

    jet set

    A social class of wealthy people who travel for pleasure.

  7. 07

    lay store by

    Synonym of set store by.

  8. 08

    mind the store

    To take active responsibility for a group or process, especially within an organization.

Last updated April 17, 2026