Settle
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British pronunciation/sˈɛtə‍l/
American pronunciation/ˈsɛtəɫ/

Definition & Meaning of "settle"

to settle
01

to bring a dispute or disagreement to an end

Transitive: to settle a dispute or disagreement
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Mediation is a helpful process to settle conflicts between disputing parties.
Legal professionals work to settle court cases through negotiation and compromise.
Business partners aim to settle financial disputes through fair and transparent negotiations.
02

to come to rest or take a comfortable position, often by sitting

Intransitive: to settle somewhere
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He settled on the couch after a long day at work.
He will settle in his favorite chair once he finishes dinner.
The children settled quietly on the carpet to listen to the story.
03

to resolve a legal dispute decisively or definitively, often in order to bring an end to it

Transitive: to settle a legal dispute
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They settled the lawsuit out of court to avoid a lengthy trial.
After months of negotiations, they finally settled the legal matter amicably.
The parties decided to settle the case, reaching a fair agreement without further legal action.
04

to go and reside in a place as a permanent home

Intransitive: to settle somewhere
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After years of traveling, they decided to settle in a quiet village in the countryside.
The family chose to settle in the coastal town to enjoy a slower pace of life.
They were excited to settle into their new home after months of searching for the perfect place.
05

(of a ship) to start sinking, typically gradually or slowly

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The ship began to settle into the water after the hull was damaged by the storm.
As the water flooded in, the boat started to settle slowly, tilting to one side.
They watched in horror as the ship began to settle, sinking lower into the sea.
06

to follow a more secure and stable lifestyle with a permanent job and home

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After completing their education, they settled into jobs in the city.
He found a good job in the area and decided it was time to settle and put down roots.
It took her some time, but she eventually decided to settle in one place and build a future.
07

to establish a home or community in a new location

Intransitive: to settle somewhere
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The group of pioneers settled in the valley, where they built their homes.
The refugees were eager to settle in a safe country after fleeing the war.
The early colonists settled along the riverbanks, where the soil was fertile.
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to become calmer or quieter

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The storm finally settled, and the sky became clear.
After the argument, they gave each other space to let the tension settle.
The atmosphere in the room settled as everyone took a deep breath.
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to resolve a legal dispute by reaching an agreement or settlement between the parties involved

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The two companies decided to settle out of court to avoid a lengthy trial.
Instead of continuing with the case, they chose to settle and move on.
The parties involved in the contract dispute settled through mediation.
10

to accept or agree to something that is not ideal or is considered less than what one hoped for

Intransitive: to settle for sth
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He was n’t thrilled with the offer but decided to settle for the terms presented.
After weeks of negotiation, she reluctantly settled for a lower salary than expected.
Instead of continuing the argument, he chose to settle for a compromise.
11

to place or arrange something in a desired or proper position

Transitive: to settle a number of items
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After unpacking, he settled the furniture in the living room just as he liked it.
The decorator settled the artwork on the wall to create a balanced display.
He settled the chairs around the table, preparing for dinner.
12

to provide a place with inhabitants by establishing a new population or colonizing it

Transitive: to settle a place
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The settlers worked to settle the land, building homes and establishing farms.
They were determined to settle the area, bringing in new families and creating a community.
The government encouraged people to settle the newly discovered territories.
13

to make or arrange for the final resolution, completion, or conclusion of something

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After weeks of planning, they finally settled all the details for the wedding.
He worked hard to settle the accounts before the end of the fiscal year.
She made sure to settle all the paperwork before leaving the office.
14

(of birds or insects) to land on something from above, usually to rest or perch

Intransitive: to settle on sth
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The birds settled on the power lines, chirping as they rested.
A butterfly gently settled on the flower, sipping nectar.
As the sun set, the sparrows settled on the branches of the tree.
15

to move or adjust something in a way that ensures it rests in a secure, stable position

Transitive: to settle sth somewhere
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After the long journey, they settled their bags in the corner of the room.
Once the table was set, she settled the glasses in their places.
He carefully settled the vase on the shelf, making sure it would n’t tip over.
16

to clarify a liquid by allowing dregs or impurities to sink to the bottom

Transitive: to settle a liquid
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The chemist settled the mixture, letting the impurities sink to the bottom.
After boiling the broth, she settled it to remove the floating particles.
The process settled the liquid, leaving behind a clean, clear solution.
17

(of suspended particles in a liquid) to gradually sink to the bottom, forming sediment

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Over time, the fine particles settled at the bottom of the glass of water.
The dirt slowly settled in the jar, leaving the liquid clear on top.
After stirring the liquid, you could see the particles settle gradually.
18

(of a liquid) to become clear or still as the suspended particles slowly sink to the bottom

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After a few hours, the muddy water began to settle, becoming clear at the top.
The liquid settled, and the particles gradually sank to the bottom of the jar.
If you let the mixture settle, the sediment will fall, leaving the liquid clear.
19

to pay off or clear a debt or financial obligation

Transitive: to settle a financial obligation
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He finally settled his outstanding bills after receiving his paycheck.
The company resolved to settle the debt before the end of the month.
She was able to settle the account in full with a single payment.
Settle
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a type of wooden bench with a high back and arms, typically with a storage compartment beneath the seat, and sometimes with a hinged lid or drawer

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