To set the time vs To set time

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'To set the time' is commonly used when referring to setting the time on a specific device or clock. 'To set time' is more general and can refer to setting time in a broader sense, such as scheduling or planning.

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To set the time

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to setting the time on a specific device or clock.

This phrase is used when you want to specify that you are setting the time on a particular device, such as a clock, watch, or electronic device.

Examples:

I need to set the time on my new watch.
Can you help me set the time on the microwave?
Don't forget to set the time on the oven before you start baking.
She always struggles to set the time on her alarm clock.
The first thing I do when I travel is set the time on my phone.

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You press here to set the time.
The device to set the time bomb off?
You press the "set time" button to set the time.
You press the "set time" button to set the time.
This bat was used to set the all-time hit-streak record the same year Hirohito bombed Pearl Harbor.
Set on this option to set the exposure time of picture, given in seconds.
So, realistically, you were never going to set the fastest time.
If you wait for us to set up the time machine, I can drop you off at work yesterday.
The Member of the Commission responsible is to set the appropriate time limit and to state the reason for that time limit.
This setting allows you to set the length of time Kanagram's hint bubble is shown.
Maybe we're supposed to set To the exact times of the clocks that have stopped.
The Member of the Commission responsible is to set the appropriate time-limit and to state the reason for that time-limit.
The Member of the Commission responsible is to set the appropriate time limit and to state the reason for that time limit.
This spinbox allows you to set the reminder trigger time. The time unit is set in the combobox immediately adjacent.
It is necessary to set a time for the first report.
It is necessary to set a time for the first report.
Maybe we're supposed to set To the exact times of the clocks that have stopped.
I am grateful to anyone who sets aside the time... to read my book.
I would ask you to be stricter about ensuring adherence to the set speaking time.
The latter were remunerated directly by the distributors when they purchased green electricity, according to the tariffs set at the time by the GDR of 30 May 1994.

Alternatives:

to adjust the time
to change the time
to set the clock
to set the timer
to set the alarm

To set time

This phrase is correct and is more general, referring to setting time in a broader sense, such as scheduling or planning.

This phrase is used when you want to talk about setting time in a general way, such as scheduling events or planning activities.