settle on
Idioms-
Also, settle upon.
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Decide something, as in They finally settled on Bermuda for their vacation . [Second half of 1700s]
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Give property or a title to someone, as in She settled an annuity on her husband . [Mid-1600s]
Example Sentences
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SpaceX's blockbuster IPO filing included some out of this world details, including a provision that founder Elon Musk's massive bonus only kicks in if one million humans settle on Mars.
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
Michelle, Kevin and daughters Ruby, 16, and Esmeralda, 17, now must settle on where to lay him.
From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026
Despite periodic attempts to gin up an economic-growth agenda, Mr. Starmer hasn’t been able to settle on an approach that would raise living standards and stir optimism.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Most of the time, the actual amount providers settle on with insurers is much lower than the initial cost.
From Slate • Apr. 25, 2026
He cranked up his automobile and sped off, sending a plume of dust to settle on Shady’s clean bar top.
From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool
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