set off a chain reaction
1chain reaction — chain reactions 1) N COUNT A chain reaction is a series of chemical changes, each of which causes the next. 2) N COUNT A chain reaction is a series of events, each of which causes the next. Whenever recession strikes, a chain reaction is set into …
2chain reaction — chain re action n 1.) technical a chemical or ↑nuclear reaction which produces energy and causes more reactions of the same kind 2.) a series of related events, each of which causes the next ▪ A sudden drop on Wall Street can set off a chain… …
3chain reaction — noun (C) a series of related events or chemical reactions, each of which causes the next: A student playing with chemicals set off a chain reaction in a public toilet and blew it to bits …
4set off — {v.} 1. To decorate through contrast; balance by difference. * /The bright colors of the birds were set off by the white snow./ * /A small gold pin set off her plain dark dress./ 2. To balance; make somewhat equal. * /Her great wealth, as he… …
5set off — {v.} 1. To decorate through contrast; balance by difference. * /The bright colors of the birds were set off by the white snow./ * /A small gold pin set off her plain dark dress./ 2. To balance; make somewhat equal. * /Her great wealth, as he… …
6set\ off — v 1. To decorate through contrast; balance by difference. The bright colors of the birds were set off by the white snow. A small gold pin set off her plain dark dress. 2. To balance; make somewhat equal. Her great wealth, as he thought, set off… …
7Chain Reaction (film) — Chain Reaction Directed by Andrew Davis Produced by Andrew Davis Arne Schmidt …
8Chain Reaction (1960s band) — Chain Reaction Origin New York, USA Genres Hard rock, Pop Years active 1964–1968 Labels Date Records, Ver …
9set off — verb 1. put in motion or move to act (Freq. 4) trigger a reaction actuate the circuits • Syn: ↑trip, ↑actuate, ↑trigger, ↑activate, ↑spark off, ↑ …
10reaction — noun 1 response ADJECTIVE ▪ extreme, strong, violent ▪ favourable/favorable, positive ▪ adverse, hostile, negative …
