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Acbeat Posted 11 years ago
Grammar

What is the meanings of set aside?

Volkswagen's emissions scandal ballooned Tuesday as the automaker said it affects 11 million vehicles worldwide and will require the company to set aside 6.5 billion euros ($7.3 billion).
Is it means GIVE UP, KEEP?
  

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Acbeat Is it means GIVE UP, KEEP? Does it mean... Actually, a little of both.

— Philip

  • Acbeat Is it means GIVE UP, KEEP?
  • Does it mean...
  • Actually, a little of both.
  • It means that it will put the amount of money in a special place to save it, eventually to pay for future needs.
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AcbeatIs it means GIVE UP, KEEP? Does it mean...
Actually, a little of both. It means that it will put the amount of money in a special place to save it, eventually to pay for future needs.
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Yes, It means to keep or save the amount, as the company may need to make large payments in fines/compensation.

Have a look at the first meaning here:
http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/english/set-something-aside

Edit: cross-posted with Philip.
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