verb as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:After a few rounds of drinks, she finally settled down and started to enjoy the party.

Definition:To calm down or become more relaxed, especially from an excited or nervous state.

From settle down

Example:Once they settled in, the family explored the town and found a great local park to visit.

Definition:To become accustomed to a new place or situation, especially a new place of residence.

From settle in

Example:Before leaving the country, they made sure to settle all their accounts at the hotel.

Definition:To pay bills or reconcile monetary transactions.

From settle accounts

Example:After a heated debate, the group decided to settle the issue by consulting an expert.

Definition:To resolve a disagreement or argument by discussion, research, or other means.

From settle a debate

Example:She knew she could do better but ended up settling for a job that offered more flexibility.

Definition:To accept something as sufficient or good enough, especially when the preferred option is not available.

From settle for