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as in to lay
to cause to come to rest at the bottom (as of a liquid)
the light rain will settle the dust in the air careful handling will settle the lees in the bottom of the wine bottle
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as in to inhabit
to supply with inhabitants
the region was originally settled by farmers
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as in to decide
to give an opinion about (something at issue or in dispute)
settled the lawsuit in favor of the defendant
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as in to arrange
to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of
settled their wedding plans without any major disagreements
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as in to perch
to come to rest after descending from the air
birds settling on the branches of the maple tree
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as in to compose
to free from distress or disturbance
a hot meal settled the children down
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as in to determine
to make final, definite, or beyond dispute
this information should settle the question of who is right
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Recent Examples of settle
Instead, the zoning dispute will be settled in court.
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Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2025
They were welcomed into the world at 29 weeks and spent some time in NICU before settling into their home with their two brothers, who are now two and four years old.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
Sire Spirits fired him and went into arbitration, which was settled in Sire’s favor.
—Christie D’zurilla, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2025
Most likely, this part of the dispute will not be settled until July 30, when a hearing is scheduled on the motions for sanctions.
—Ashley Belanger – May 27, ArsTechnica, 27 May 2025
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Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2025
They were welcomed into the world at 29 weeks and spent some time in NICU before settling into their home with their two brothers, who are now two and four years old.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
Sire Spirits fired him and went into arbitration, which was settled in Sire’s favor.
—Christie D’zurilla, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2025
Most likely, this part of the dispute will not be settled until July 30, when a hearing is scheduled on the motions for sanctions.
—Ashley Belanger – May 27, ArsTechnica, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for settle
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As the novel goes on, the more brutal a character’s conditions are, the more carefully Choi writes them, forcing readers to slow down and inhabit them.—
Lily Meyer,
The Atlantic,
3 June 2025
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With the help of vampire-biochemist Matthew Clairmont (Matthew Goode), Diana sets about solving the book's mysteries while avoiding attacks from angry spirits and monsters that inhabit the pages.—
Declan Gallagher,
EW.com,
1 June 2025
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But given a chance to keep the cash that Biden had sent the State flowing, Trump has decided to throttle it back.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
29 May 2025
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As mentioned above, there are myriad factors—international transportation bottlenecks, natural disasters and supplier insolvency, among others—that need to be considered simultaneously in real time to decide what’s best for the business.—
Sadagopan S,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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At Emery’s request, the club arranged a warm-weather camp in Dubai during the March international break, including a couple of friendlies against local teams.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Clinics often arrange hotel stays and local transfers.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
28 May 2025
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Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough can usually be seen perched atop the Senate dais, helping to make sure the Senate floor runs according to the rules.—
Allison Pecorin,
ABC News,
3 June 2025
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Hikers will also have the chance to lounge and swim from two beaches, Mosquito Beach, which is flanked by sandstone cliffs, and Chapel Beach, which sits at the mouth of Chapel River with a view of Chapel Rock, a sandstone arch with a solitary pine tree perched on its expanse.—
Graham Averill,
Outside Online,
30 May 2025
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First responders found a vehicle lodged in the roof.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2025
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The man targeted still has bullet bits lodged in his chest, Brown said.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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To that end, the majority of the songs Metallica performed on Saturday night were all composed and written when original members Ulrich and Hetfield were still in their 20s.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
1 June 2025
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The height limit for buildings composed of this type of steel is currently limited to six stories — a figure that could rise to 10 if the experiments produce satisfactory results.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
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This newsletter contains graphic descriptions that some readers may find disturbing.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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As of Friday evening, the blaze has been fully contained.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
7 June 2025
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Blanchfield’s management team reported that she will be paid her full show and win money for UFC Vegas 107.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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That work has given him enough money to pay for car insurance and other expenses, but not enough to move out from his parents’ home.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
2 June 2025
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“Settle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/settle. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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