Set up
Set up verb - To arrange something in a certain spot or position.
Mutual synonyms
Both terms in one sentence
- The Final Boss is a more direct example; it's set up as a boxing fight in which the player has 12 timed rounds (3 minutes apiece) in which to K.O.
Source: Time-Limit Boss - If properly timed, his Laser Scraper combo could set up some nasty, nigh-inescapable traps for opponents to deal with.
Source: Difficult but Awesome -
The real killer actually set up a "timed murder"...and was able to kill the victim without actually having to be anywhere near him at the time, or without having to instate the killing blow.
Source: The Perfect Crime
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