The expressions “to sit well” and “to set well” have differing meanings. A certain plan may not sit well with voters. Here, “to sit well” means something like “to please” or “be agreeable to.” A jacket may be said to set well on the shoulders.
Does “set well” mean “sits well?
Just because you can squeeze yourself into a garment doesn’t mean it sits well. Trousers with a wider waistband sit well. When speaking of clothing, “to set well” and “to sit well” seem to be interchangeable. In the matter of liking or not liking legislation, “to sit well” or “not to sit well” is the way to go.
What does it mean to sit well in clothing?
To have a certain set or hang; to sit (well or ill, tightly or loosely, etc.). In texts written about clothing, you will also see “to sit well” used in the same sense: Just because you can squeeze yourself into a garment doesn’t mean it sits well. Trousers with a wider waistband sit well.
What is the difference between sit and set?
“To set” is to place something somewhere. In these contexts, sit is intransitive and set takes an object. Mixing up sit and set is not as common as mixing up lay and lie because the principal parts of sit and set are completely different:
What does “set well on the shoulders” mean?
A jacket may be said to set well on the shoulders. The OED definition for this sense of to set is, To have a certain set or hang; to sit (well or ill, tightly or loosely, etc.). In texts written about clothing, you will also see “to sit well” used in the same sense:
What means sit well?
Please, fit or suit, be acceptable to, as in I don't think that explanation sits well with the headmaster, or His sense of humor does not sit well with this elderly audience. [
Is it sit or set?
The word set is derived from the Old English word settan, which means to firmly put in place. Remember, sit is used when talking about occupying a seat metaphorically or physically taking a sitting posture. Set is used when talking about an object or place.
Do dogs sit or set?
The Quick and Dirty Tip is to remember that a dog (or person) sits, and you set down things—objects—like leashes. Mignon Fogarty is Grammar Girl and the founder of Quick and Dirty Tips.
Did not sit well with me meaning?
Definition of not sit with —used with words such as well, comfortably, etc., to mean that someone does not like something The decision didn't sit well with him. That attitude doesn't sit comfortably with me.
Is it set back or sit back?
Definition of sit back 1 : to get into a comfortable and relaxed position in a chair, seat, etc. Sit back and enjoy the ride. 2 : to make no effort to do something He sat back and watched us do all the work.
How do you use sit and set in a sentence?
Sit: to sit (yourself) down. I sit down on my bed when I am tired. Set: to set something else down. I set down my backpack in the hallway when I get home.
What is past form of sit?
The past simple tense of the verb "sit" is "sat." An example of the past tense of the verb "sit." is: "I sat there when I was tired." Be careful when using continuous form, as it goes like this: Past continuous: He was sitting there because he was tired.
Is it rose or raised?
Notice that the past tense of “rise” is “rose.” That's because the verb is irregular: rise, rose, risen. But, “raise” is regular: raise, raised, raised.
Is it lie or lay?
Lay is a verb that commonly means “to put or set (something) down.” Lie is a verb that commonly means “to be in or to assume a horizontal position” (or “to make an untrue statement,” but we'll focus on the first definition). In other words, lay takes a direct object, and lie does not.
Does not sit well or right?
to be difficult for someone to agree with or accept: The principal's decision did not sit well with many parents. Want to learn more?
Does not sit well with us?
To not be agreeable to one's values or sensibilities. The idea that some children have to go hungry in this country just doesn't sit well with me.
Which is correct seat in or sit in?
Which preposition you use depends on the construction of the seat. If it is a simple seat with no sides or arms, you sit ON it, just as you would sit on a stool. If it is a big, comfortable seat, like one in a theater – one that has arms and that you can settle your body into – then you sit IN it.
set vs sit : Common Errors in English
In some dialects people say “come on in and set a spell,” but instandard English the word is “sit.” You set down an object or a childyou happen to be carrying; but those seating themselves sit. If you mix these two up it will not sit well with some people. Facebook Twitter Google +
set or sit
In some dialects people say “come on in and set a spell,” but instandard English the word is “sit.” You set down an object or a childyou happen to be carrying; but those seating themselves sit. If you mix these two up it will not sit well with some people. Facebook Twitter Google +
What is the difference between "set" and "sit"?
Set vs. Sit. "Set" is, in most ordinary uses, a transitive verb needing an object. It means to put or place something in a certain position, or to arrange. Its principal parts are: set, setting, set, set. Examples: 1) She set the table. 2) He set the watch. "Sit" is, in ordinary usage, an intransitive verb.
What is the meaning of "sit"?
2) He set the watch. "Sit" is, in ordinary usage, an intransitive verb. It means to rest somewhere (like a chair) in an upright position. Its principal parts are: sit, sitting, sat, sat. Examples: He sits down. "Sit" can also be used to talk about where an object is located. Example: The clock sits on the shelf.
When heavenly bodies sink below the horizon, they are referred to as "setting"?
When heavenly bodies sink below the horizon, they are referred to as "setting," not "sitting.". Examples: 1) the sun set at 6:00 p.m. 2) let's watch the setting sun.
Sit well
Today’s expression is “to sit well.” This does not sit well with me. What does that mean? What does it mean if something doesn’t sit well with you?
Quote of the Week
Here’s an interesting quote from Horace, a Roman poet from about two thousand years ago. Here it is: “Many shall be restored that now are fallen and many shall fall that are now in honor.” It means that people’s fortunes can change. If you’re fallen—if you’re down—you can be restored.
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not sit well (with one)
To not be agreeable to one's values or sensibilities. The idea that some children have to go hungry in this country just doesn't sit well with me. Some aspects of my proposal didn't sit well with them, but I assured them that things could be changed to accommodate their preferences.
sit well with someone
to be acceptable to someone. Your explanation of your absence doesn't sit well with the president. The whole affair didn't sit well with the manager.
sit well with
Please, fit or suit, be acceptable to, as in I don't think that explanation sits well with the headmaster, or His sense of humor does not sit well with this elderly audience. [Early 1700s]
Sit well
I’m going to give you a really easy expression today—and that is “to sit well.” If something doesn’t sit well with you, that means you are uncomfortable with it. It doesn’t make you feel very good. The idea of totally erasing all past works of art by artists who have behaved badly doesn’t sit well with me.
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