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Question
Look at the following phrases and their meanings. Use the phrase to fill in the blank in the sentence given below.
They _______________ on the last stage of their journey.
Options
set up - put in place or start
set aside-save or keep for a particular purpose
Set down- write or record
set out- start on a journey
set in- begin and seem likely to continue
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Solution
They set out on the last stage of their journey.
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