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to settle for
[phrase form: settle]
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to reluctantly choose someone or something because no one or nothing else is available
Example
The team had to settle for a substitute player since their star player was injured.
Despite their high expectations, the couple had to settle for a smaller apartment within their budget.
After searching for hours, they had to settle for the only available rental car at the airport.
Realizing the time constraints, she had to settle for a quick and simple solution to complete the project.
He decided to settle for the available hotel room, despite it not meeting all his preferences.
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