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to settle
01
resolver, solucionar
to bring a dispute or disagreement to an end
Transitive: to settle a dispute or disagreement
Exemplos
Mediation is a helpful process to settle conflicts between disputing parties.
A mediação é um processo útil para resolver conflitos entre partes em disputa.
Legal professionals work to settle court cases through negotiation and compromise.
Profissionais jurídicos trabalham para resolver casos judiciais por meio de negociação e compromisso.
02
instalar-se, sentar-se
to come to rest or take a comfortable position, often by sitting
Intransitive: to settle somewhere
Exemplos
He settled on the couch after a long day at work.
Ele se acomodou no sofá depois de um longo dia de trabalho.
He will settle in his favorite chair once he finishes dinner.
Ele vai se acomodar na sua cadeira favorita assim que terminar o jantar.
03
resolver, solucionar
to resolve a legal dispute decisively or definitively, often in order to bring an end to it
Transitive: to settle a legal dispute
Exemplos
They settled the lawsuit out of court to avoid a lengthy trial.
Eles resolveram o processo fora do tribunal para evitar um julgamento demorado.
After months of negotiations, they finally settled the legal matter amicably.
Após meses de negociações, eles finalmente resolveram a questão legal amigavelmente.
Exemplos
After years of traveling, they decided to settle in a quiet village in the countryside.
Depois de anos viajando, eles decidiram se estabelecer em uma vila tranquila no campo.
The family chose to settle in the coastal town to enjoy a slower pace of life.
A família escolheu estabelecer-se na cidade costeira para desfrutar de um ritmo de vida mais lento.
05
afundar, mergulhar gradualmente
(of a ship) to start sinking, typically gradually or slowly
Intransitive
Exemplos
The ship began to settle into the water after the hull was damaged by the storm.
O navio começou a afundar na água após o casco ser danificado pela tempestade.
As the water flooded in, the boat started to settle slowly, tilting to one side.
À medida que a água inundava, o barco começou a afundar lentamente, inclinando-se para um lado.
06
estabelecer-se, assentar
to follow a more secure and stable lifestyle with a permanent job and home
Intransitive
Exemplos
After completing their education, they settled into jobs in the city.
Depois de completarem sua educação, eles se estabeleceram em empregos na cidade.
He found a good job in the area and decided it was time to settle and put down roots.
Ele encontrou um bom emprego na área e decidiu que era hora de se estabelecer e criar raízes.
07
estabelecer-se, assentar
to establish a home or community in a new location
Intransitive: to settle somewhere
Exemplos
The group of pioneers settled in the valley, where they built their homes.
O grupo de pioneiros se estabeleceu no vale, onde construíram suas casas.
The refugees were eager to settle in a safe country after fleeing the war.
Os refugiados estavam ansiosos para se estabelecer em um país seguro depois de fugir da guerra.
08
acalmar, aquietar
to become calmer or quieter
Intransitive
Exemplos
The storm finally settled, and the sky became clear.
A tempestade finalmente acalmou, e o céu ficou limpo.
After the argument, they gave each other space to let the tension settle.
Após a discussão, deram um ao outro espaço para deixar a tensão se acalmar.
09
resolver, acordar
to resolve a legal dispute by reaching an agreement or settlement between the parties involved
Intransitive
Exemplos
The two companies decided to settle out of court to avoid a lengthy trial.
As duas empresas decidiram resolver fora do tribunal para evitar um julgamento demorado.
Instead of continuing with the case, they chose to settle and move on.
Em vez de continuar com o caso, eles optaram por resolver e seguir em frente.
10
aceitar, conformar-se
to accept or agree to something that is not ideal or is considered less than what one hoped for
Intransitive: to settle for sth
Exemplos
He was n’t thrilled with the offer but decided to settle for the terms presented.
Ele não ficou entusiasmado com a oferta, mas decidiu aceitar os termos apresentados.
After weeks of negotiation, she reluctantly settled for a lower salary than expected.
Após semanas de negociação, ela relutantemente aceitou um salário menor do que o esperado.
11
colocar, arranjar
to place or arrange something in a desired or proper position
Transitive: to settle a number of items
Exemplos
After unpacking, he settled the furniture in the living room just as he liked it.
Depois de desempacotar, ele arrumou os móveis na sala de estar exatamente como gostava.
The decorator settled the artwork on the wall to create a balanced display.
O decorador posicionou a obra de arte na parede para criar uma exibição equilibrada.
12
colonizar, povoar
to provide a place with inhabitants by establishing a new population or colonizing it
Transitive: to settle a place
Exemplos
The settlers worked to settle the land, building homes and establishing farms.
Os colonos trabalharam para povoar a terra, construindo casas e estabelecendo fazendas.
They were determined to settle the area, bringing in new families and creating a community.
Eles estavam determinados a povoar a área, trazendo novas famílias e criando uma comunidade.
13
resolver, concluir
to make or arrange for the final resolution, completion, or conclusion of something
Transitive: to settle sth
Exemplos
After weeks of planning, they finally settled all the details for the wedding.
Depois de semanas de planejamento, eles finalmente resolveram todos os detalhes para o casamento.
He worked hard to settle the accounts before the end of the fiscal year.
Ele trabalhou duro para liquidar as contas antes do final do ano fiscal.
14
pousar, empoleirar-se
(of birds or insects) to land on something from above, usually to rest or perch
Intransitive: to settle on sth
Exemplos
The birds settled on the power lines, chirping as they rested.
Os pássaros pousaram nos fios elétricos, cantando enquanto descansavam.
A butterfly gently settled on the flower, sipping nectar.
Uma borboleta pousou suavemente na flor, bebendo néctar.
15
colocar, arrumar
to move or adjust something in a way that ensures it rests in a secure, stable position
Transitive: to settle sth somewhere
Exemplos
After the long journey, they settled their bags in the corner of the room.
Após a longa jornada, eles colocaram suas malas no canto da sala.
Once the table was set, she settled the glasses in their places.
Assim que a mesa foi posta, ela posicionou os copos em seus lugares.
16
decantar, clarificar
to clarify a liquid by allowing dregs or impurities to sink to the bottom
Transitive: to settle a liquid
Exemplos
The chemist settled the mixture, letting the impurities sink to the bottom.
O químico decantou a mistura, deixando as impurezas assentarem no fundo.
After boiling the broth, she settled it to remove the floating particles.
Depois de ferver o caldo, ela deixou assentar para remover as partículas flutuantes.
17
assentar, sedimentar
(of suspended particles in a liquid) to gradually sink to the bottom, forming sediment
Intransitive
Exemplos
Over time, the fine particles settled at the bottom of the glass of water.
Com o tempo, as partículas finas assentaram no fundo do copo de água.
The dirt slowly settled in the jar, leaving the liquid clear on top.
A sujeira assentou lentamente no frasco, deixando o líquido claro no topo.
18
assentar, clarear
(of a liquid) to become clear or still as the suspended particles slowly sink to the bottom
Intransitive
Exemplos
After a few hours, the muddy water began to settle, becoming clear at the top.
Após algumas horas, a água lamacenta começou a assentar, ficando clara no topo.
The liquid settled, and the particles gradually sank to the bottom of the jar.
O líquido assentou, e as partículas afundaram gradualmente no fundo do frasco.
19
liquidar, quitar
to pay off or clear a debt or financial obligation
Transitive: to settle a financial obligation
Exemplos
He finally settled his outstanding bills after receiving his paycheck.
Ele finalmente liquidou suas contas pendentes após receber seu salário.
The company resolved to settle the debt before the end of the month.
A empresa resolveu liquidar a dívida antes do final do mês.
Settle
01
banco com encosto, banco com armazenamento
a long wooden bench, often with a back, sometimes with storage underneath
DatedExemplos
The old settle in the hallway was perfect for removing boots.
O velho banco no corredor era perfeito para tirar as botas.
They placed a wooden settle against the wall of the cottage.
Eles colocaram um banco comprido de madeira contra a parede do chalé.
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