as in settles
to cause to come to rest at the bottom (as of a liquid)
the water flowing into the reservoir is sedimenting silt faster than was originally expected
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Dynamism fades, and stasis settles in.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
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Your 12th House of Subtlety wakes as the Moon settles into Aries, inviting gentle reflection by writing a private note to capture feelings before obligations crowd your day.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2026
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This 9+1 program helps local New Yorkers qualify and filters out wealthy people who have minimal free time—or can spend their free time on expensive diversions—all while helping new runners train and stay motivated.—
Alex Mayyasi,
NPR,
17 Mar. 2026
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Keeping windows closed on high-pollen days and use high-efficiency air filters indoors.—
Sacbee.com,
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13 Mar. 2026
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“Sediments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sediments. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.
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