verb Download 🔗Share To conclude or resolve (something): Examples : "After a long discussion, the committee finally settled the date for the school picnic. " outcome action business Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
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verb Download 🔗Share To sink, or cause (something, or impurities within it) to sink down, especially so as to become clear or compact. Examples : "After stirring the muddy water, we waited for the dirt to settle at the bottom of the glass. " physics chemistry substance process nature Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To make a jointure for a spouse. Examples : "Before their wedding, the wealthy landowner settled a portion of his estate on his bride, ensuring her financial security should anything happen to him. " family property law Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
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