Etymology
Origin of settling
late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; see origin at settle 1, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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A period of dreary, windy, cool weather is settling across Southern California this week, as a cold system from the Pacific Northwest moves south.
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026
—Oil prices rebounded after settling more than 5.5% lower in the previous session, as traders closely watch developments in U.S.-Iran negotiations.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
In its statement, the department describes the addendum as "customary", and also a necessary part of settling lawsuits in a way that ends them for good.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
The Elon Musk-led company’s test mission would debut Starship “V3,” featuring upgrades designed to prepare for bigger satellites and potentially settling Mars and mining asteroids.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
“Anyway, my real name is Luc L’Enfant. I told you we would meet again. You are settling in?”
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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