as in figuring
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
the car buyer settled on that brand only after a lot of research
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for settling (on or upon)
Verb
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When a group has been together for so long, there can be a risk of other teams ‘figuring you out’.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025 -
Just figuring the run right there, Blake’s pitched some of the biggest outs, innings in the postseason for us.—
Gabe Smallson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Some families are choosing to forgo internet and cell service on vacation to encourage more quality time.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
16 Oct. 2025
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The United States may be choosing to step back.—
Sergio Alonso Fernández de Córdova y de Veyga,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
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Despite Schneider saying ahead of the game, Yesavage was a real option, the manager confirmed Saturday the rookie righty was never going to appear in the deciding fourth contest.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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With how charming the patterns are, deciding on just one can be just as hard as deciding on your china pattern for your wedding registry.—
Gabriela Izquierdo,
Southern Living,
11 Oct. 2025
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While these two colors are quintessential autumn hues, this season has put a spotlight on them, with many people opting for monochromatic looks in the two rich shades.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Oct. 2025
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The three couples mentioned above are just examples; the majority of the pairings for season 9 seem to have major communication problems, often opting to skirt around issues for fear of disturbing the peace.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This will include determining how the results translate to humans.—
Hannah Millington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Oct. 2025
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Wind direction is also crucial in determining which areas will receive lake-effect snow.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
15 Oct. 2025
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And attempts at resolving the issue have so far failed.—
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
14 Oct. 2025
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Departments reported resolving 20% of calls using drones, without sending police in patrol cars to scenes, according to the company.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Partner can double with hearts, thus finding an eight-card fit whenever possible.—
Deb Harvell,
Arkansas Online,
19 Oct. 2025
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So many of McAnally’s song ideas have been mined from his knack for finding stories in everyday life.—
Nancy Kruh,
PEOPLE,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Settling (on or upon).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/settling%20%28on%20or%20upon%29. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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