the dust settles
idiom
—used to talk about what happens when things become clear or calm after a period of change or confusion
I'll call you as soon as the dust settles from the move.
When the dust settled and the votes were recounted, she had won the election.
You should let the dust settle before you make any big decisions.
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After the dust settles this cycle, analysts will assess whether the same mistakes skewed surveys once again.
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Sarah Bedford, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 2 Nov. 2024
As the dust settles from the outbreak, its clear that McDonald’s is ready to reclaim its spot as America’s go-to fast-food stop, proving that a little creativity and a lot of value can go a long way.
—Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 29 Oct. 2024
Here’s how market strategists think Japanese assets will behave as the dust settles on Japan’s election.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2024
Until the dust settles from such debates, posts like Meta’s will continue to miss the mark.
—Wes Davis, The Verge, 12 Oct. 2024
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Sarah Bedford, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 2 Nov. 2024
As the dust settles from the outbreak, its clear that McDonald’s is ready to reclaim its spot as America’s go-to fast-food stop, proving that a little creativity and a lot of value can go a long way.
—Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 29 Oct. 2024
Here’s how market strategists think Japanese assets will behave as the dust settles on Japan’s election.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2024
Until the dust settles from such debates, posts like Meta’s will continue to miss the mark.
—Wes Davis, The Verge, 12 Oct. 2024
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