set out
To leave on a journey or voyage.
The Pilgrims set out for the New World.
We set out for the top of the mountain at dawn. Unfortunately, as we set off, it started to snow heavily, so we decided to head out again later.
To decide and begin to try; attempt.
George set out to improve his pitching.
We set out to paint the house in one day, but quickly realized that it would be impossible to do so.
Janet set out to compete for the large scholarship grant by writing a good essay.
To arrange or display neatly; to plant in the ground.
The gardener set out some tomato seedlings.
The children tried to set out the dishes on the table, but their dad had to help to lay the dishes out properly.