Flash
Set out
Set out verb - To give a representation or account of in words.
Both terms in one sentence
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In the mid-70s, George Lucas wanted to do a feature-film version of Flash Gordon, so he set out to acquire its rights.
Source: Start My Own -
The story goes that after Lucas made American Graffiti he wanted to make a Flash Gordon remake, and upon being denied the rights to the property (a film was already in the works) he set out to create his own pulp sci-fi universe.
Source: Franchise / Star Wars - When Twilight, Flash, and Spike set out for Hollow Shades in Chapter 33, Flash ditches most of Twilight's gear in favor of weapons and items they can use against the supernatural creatures rumored to live in the area - including spices and herbs Spike can use for cooking.
Source: Fanfic / The Great Alicorn Hunt
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