to establish the mood or style for something
为某事物设定氛围或风格 (wèi mǒu shìwù shèdìng fēnwéi huò fēnggé)
"The manager's speech set the tone for the meeting."
"经理的演讲为会议设定了基调。" (jīnglǐ de yǎnjiǎng wèi huìyì shèdìngle jīdiào)
extremely tired and almost falling asleep
to make progress or advance
to argue or disagree with someone
someone who has influence in the selection or appointment of...
An event with worldwide significance or impact.
money that is easily earned is easily lost