set apart

Definition

To select (something or someone) for a specific purpose.

Example Sentences

• "It is one of the ironies of capital cities that each acts as a symbol of its nation, and yet few are even remotely representative of it. London has always set itself apart from the rest of Britain — but political, economic and social trends are conspiring to drive that wedge deeper."
• ""This is a particularly good example of a timber railway station, with its Royal connection giving rise to some outstanding internal and external detailing. The swan-necked iron lamps, the porte-cochère and outstanding decoration in the Royal waiting room set the station apart.""
• "As I sat in fast and testimony meeting last week a sister in the congregation got up and talked about what it means to be set apart as a missionary.."