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as in lays
to cause to come to rest at the bottom (as of a liquid)
the light rain will settle the dust in the air careful handling will settle the lees in the bottom of the wine bottle
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as in inhabits
to supply with inhabitants
the region was originally settled by farmers
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as in decides
to give an opinion about (something at issue or in dispute)
settled the lawsuit in favor of the defendant
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as in arranges
to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of
settled their wedding plans without any major disagreements
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as in perches
to come to rest after descending from the air
birds settling on the branches of the maple tree
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as in nestles
to establish or place comfortably or snugly
settled the sleeping baby into her crib
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as in calms
to free from distress or disturbance
a hot meal settled the children down
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as in contains
to gain emotional or mental control of
settled himself only with visible effort after the angry outburst
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as in pays
to give what is owed for
settle a debt
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as in determines
to make final, definite, or beyond dispute
this information should settle the question of who is right
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Recent Examples of settles
The Expansion Draft Once the league settles on expansion teams and ownership groups, the next step will be to hold an expansion draft.
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Bryan Toporek, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
His attention settles here before hopping there, like a pigeon in Trafalgar Square alighting on a statue’s arm before fluttering up to its head.
—Rebecca Mead, The New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2024
As the family settles in, the home has become a hub for gathering.
—Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 30 Sep. 2024
Bryan Toporek, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
His attention settles here before hopping there, like a pigeon in Trafalgar Square alighting on a statue’s arm before fluttering up to its head.
—Rebecca Mead, The New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2024
As the family settles in, the home has become a hub for gathering.
—Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for settles
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Smile introduced us to the sinister entity that inhabits its victims, triggering a week-long cycle of mental and physical torture that ends in suicide.Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 19 Oct. 2024
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Ranch follows a couple who move into their dream home in Idaho, only to discover that a malevolent spirit inhabits their valley.Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Oct. 2024
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Of course, like any great horror protagonist, James decides to leap head first into the mystery despite common-sense reservations.George Yang, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
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Fighting between Israeli forces and Hezbollah militants continues inside southern Lebanon as Israel decides how to retaliate against Hezbollah ally Iran for its missile attack on Tuesday.George Petras, USA TODAY, 4 Oct. 2024
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The formulation also contains the patented Cell-ox Shield Technology, which combines sun protection with antioxidants for deeper skin protection.Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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But instead of playing a party game involving faux murder or demonic possession, a suitcase is introduced that contains a body-swapping machine.Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Oct. 2024
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Being in a city during a once-on-a-lifetime aurora display, particularly while a comet pays the inner solar system a visit, is to be avoided.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The same's true for a recent college graduate with W-2 income, who pays student loan interest.Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 3 Oct. 2024
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The League’s Committee of Theatre Owners determines the specific plans for the light dimming tributes.Greg Evans, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
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In an election as tight as this year, a couple of million dollars could be the make-or-break number that determines House control.Max Thornberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 3 Oct. 2024
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That’s either a blessing or a curse for whomever eventually lands the coveted job.Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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At-the-money calendar spreads like this one are most profitable if the stock lands at the strike price on the expiration date.Michael Khouw, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024
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While the colloidal gold soothes inflammation and nourishes the skin with antioxidants, hexapeptides smooth out the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, while Damask rose helps strengthen the skin barrier.Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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The gel-type moisturizer soothes irritated skin and glides on easily after your evening face wash.Savannah Smith, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
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Notice 2024-75 also clarifies that breast cancer screening for individuals who have not been diagnosed with breast cancer and continuous glucose monitors for those diagnosed with diabetes are generally treated as preventive care.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
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This approach clarifies your intentions and gives your team the space to join you on the journey, setting the stage for effective, cohesive action.Stephen Miles, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
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“Settles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/settles. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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