Definition & Meaning of "settle down"

to settle down

to establish a stable and committed lifestyle, often involving marriage or a serious, long-term relationship

to find a place to live and embrace a more stable and routine way of life

to move from a standing or active position to a seated and more relaxed state

to return to a state of calmness following a period of disturbance or activity

Example

They planned to settle down and raise a family in their hometown.

She always dreamed of finding the right person to settle down with and build a home.

They wanted to settle down, so they bought a house and started building their life together.

The decision to settle down together brought them both a sense of contentment and security.

The nomadic tribe finally settled down, building permanent dwellings.

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