動詞 set about:

1. begin to deal with
   同義詞：go about, approach
2. enter upon an activity or enterprise
   同義詞：undertake, attempt
3. take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
   同義詞：get down, begin, get, start out, start, set out, commence

1. He was overlooked (ie He was not considered for the job) when they set about choosing a new manager.
   選任新經(jīng)理時沒有考慮他。
2. How should we set about our work?
   我們應當怎樣著手干呢？
3. Gathering up the thread of his story, he set about writing.
   他整理好故事的線索便開始寫作。
4. Do you know how to set about going on this work?
   你知道怎樣著手進行這項工作嗎？
5. You must set about your work at once.
   你必須立即開始工作。