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as in deep
firmly established over time
a remote village with a settled distrust of outsiders
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as in stable
having been established and usually not subject to change
settled rules that cannot be disregarded when it is convenient to do so
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as in filtered
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 populated
to supply with inhabitants
the region was originally settled by farmers
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as in decided
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 arranged
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 perched
to come to rest after descending from the air
birds settling on the branches of the maple tree
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as in lodged
to establish or place comfortably or snugly
settled the sleeping baby into her crib
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as in calmed
to free from distress or disturbance
a hot meal settled the children down
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as in contained
to gain emotional or mental control of
settled himself only with visible effort after the angry outburst
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as in paid
to give what is owed for
settle a debt
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as in determined
to make final, definite, or beyond dispute
this information should settle the question of who is right
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Recent Examples of settled
George Caulkin, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
Collective grading isn’t fair yet considering the teams have faced unbalanced competition, but two games provide a window into how each passer has settled into the season.
—Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
After the couple settled in California, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex aired their grievances in interviews and documentaries.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Fox — Shares dipped more than 2% after Fox Corp announced the Murdoch family has settled a dispute over the family trust, with Lachlan Murdoch gaining control of the media empire.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2025
While it was finally settled in November 2022, their relationship remained tense for years.
—Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Alliance Defending Freedom filed a lawsuit on Booth’s behalf, which the district ultimately settled.
—Brieanna J. Frank, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
Zarutska, 23, had fled Kyiv following Russia's full-scale invasion and settled in Charlotte.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
In January, Giuliani settled a defamation case brought by two Georgia election workers.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Howe’s first-choice midfield of Sandro Tonali, Bruno Guimaraes and Joelinton was both very settled and very, very good.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
Verb
More than just a coffee shop, Refuge has a workforce-development program to help newcomers get settled, connect with people, and learn skills to assist them in building new lives.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
Collective grading isn’t fair yet considering the teams have faced unbalanced competition, but two games provide a window into how each passer has settled into the season.
—Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
After the couple settled in California, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex aired their grievances in interviews and documentaries.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Fox — Shares dipped more than 2% after Fox Corp announced the Murdoch family has settled a dispute over the family trust, with Lachlan Murdoch gaining control of the media empire.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2025
While it was finally settled in November 2022, their relationship remained tense for years.
—Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Alliance Defending Freedom filed a lawsuit on Booth’s behalf, which the district ultimately settled.
—Brieanna J. Frank, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
Zarutska, 23, had fled Kyiv following Russia's full-scale invasion and settled in Charlotte.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
In January, Giuliani settled a defamation case brought by two Georgia election workers.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for settled
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Driving through deep water can also affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
CA Weather Bot,
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6 Sep. 2025
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White oak White oak is a large shade tree displays deep red to coppery-brown fall color.—
Chris McKeown,
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6 Sep. 2025
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Any liquid water on TRAPPIST-1 e would be accompanied by a greenhouse effect, which would involve various gases, especially carbon dioxide, keeping the atmosphere stable and the planet warm.—
Julia Jacobo,
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10 Sep. 2025
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Your core muscles, back muscles, and balance may improve as your body works to remain stable against the extra weight.—
Claire Bugos,
Verywell Health,
10 Sep. 2025
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As news of these goals filtered through the stands in El Alto, Bolivian fans started to celebrate.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The water was then filtered and analysed using advanced laboratory techniques, with strict controls in place to prevent contamination.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Sep. 2025
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Just around the corner, about 210 students populated Johnson Elementary on a campus meant for 480.—
Mila Koumpilova,
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9 Sep. 2025
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Unlike the other Planet of the Apes entries, this one would be populated with nearly all CGI apes, one of which Peckham had been asked to audition to play.—
Mia Galuppo,
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9 Sep. 2025
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After coming in as an engineer, Dell'Anno decided to fully immerse himself in the culinary world.—
Jane LaCroix,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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The board placed the task of arts grants distribution into the hands of the Parks and Culture Committee and decided to transition its distribution formula to one that divided the total pot of arts funding allocated in the county budget equally among all qualified groups, Tarantino said.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Polymarket website on a smartphone arranged in Germantown, New York, US, on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.—
Sean Conlon,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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The split will reverse a massive but largely unsuccessful 2015 merger arranged by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway and the investment firm 3G Capital, Heinz and Kraft’s owners at the time.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
2 Sep. 2025
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Because the dune would eliminate some beach space, the plan could include a new perched or elevated beach.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Sep. 2025
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That addition to Ellison’s net worth—which also includes a rather expansive property portfolio—means that his total fortune is perched at a $393 billion.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
10 Sep. 2025
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Even beyond this decision, Google is facing challenges in other parts of the world – with a major federal antitrust case ongoing in the US, lodged by the Department of Justice, and reports of another antitrust probe targeting Google Maps specifically.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
5 Sep. 2025
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The new facility will serve as a focal point for engineering students, with student support services like academic counseling, tutoring and admissions also lodged in the four-story, 114,000-square-foot building.—
Killian Baarlaer,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Settled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/settled. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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