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settle in

 

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Settle in

Part of Speech: Verb phrase

Definition: To establish oneself comfortably in a new place or situation.

Sense 1: To become familiar or accustomed to a new environment.

Example sentence 1: After moving to their new house, it took the family some time to settle in and adapt to the neighborhood.

Example sentence 2: It usually takes a few days for me to settle in whenever I travel to a different country.

Sense 2: To make a home or residence in a particular place.

Example sentence 1: They decided to settle in the small coastal town after falling in love with its peaceful atmosphere.

Example sentence 2: The nomadic tribe would settle in a new location every few months.

Sense 3: To find a solution or reach an agreement in a dispute or conflict.

Example sentence 1: The opposing parties finally decided to settle in court rather than prolonging the legal battle.

Example sentence 2: The negotiators were able to settle their differences and come to a mutually beneficial arrangement.

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