settle for

phrase

: to be content with

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But White also says 95 percent of Knaus’ customers settle for four dozen rolls or less, so the new rules will only affect a relatively small number of buyers. — Connie Ogle october 1, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026 Last year, aldermen approved Johnson’s plan to settle for $90 million almost 180 cases involving former Sgt. — Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026 Randolph sued the hospital for malpractice and wrongful death, settling for an undisclosed amount, in addition to Frances’ life insurance money. — Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2026 The love-triangle element of the story seems settled for now. — Daniel D'addario, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for settle for

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“Settle for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/settle%20for. Accessed 7 Oct. 2026.

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