settle on/upon (something)

phrasal verb

settled on/upon (something); settling on/upon (something); settles on/upon (something)

: to choose (something or someone) after thinking about other possible choices

We finally settled on a soft yellow for the kitchen walls.

Hours later, they settled on a plan.

Examples of settle on/upon (something) in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

By contrast, these particles settle on the surface of the moon, providing a potential lunar supply that has sparked growing interest in harvesting initiatives for future energy and technology applications. —Victoria Corless, Space.com, 11 Apr. 2025

Only three other Swift releases appear on half as many lists this frame, while most settle on just one. —Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025

Airborne grease particles can settle on the ceiling in your kitchen, leading to a noticeable buildup that often appears yellowish or gray. —Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Mar. 2025

Even if Congress and the administration eventually settle on a new home for Federal Student Aid, the transition period is perilous. —Shahar Ziv, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025