- present participle of settle.
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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Since settling down, Walsh has taken comfort in routines.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
That last one is how John solves the season’s overarching mystery, settling one of the story’s defining and tormented relationships into a peaceful place.
From Salon ● Oct. 5, 2026
Behind him, Antonelli had pace on Russell and passed him on lap 21 at Turn Four, the move seemingly settling the top three positions.
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
Since settling into the home, Biles has offered several glimpses inside the lavish property—including a peek at their luxurious bedroom, which was designed to evoke the feeling of a five-star hotel.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 28, 2026
You, Emma, are the color of afternoon light settling on the trees in the Spinney, Gram had told me, and I had been proud.
From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish
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