settle for
Example Sentences
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When the bureau found discrepancies, it tended to settle for reprimands and improvement plans, rarely going so far as to revoke a dealer’s license.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
Another Chinese battery maker, CATL, has had to settle for licensing its technology to companies such as Ford, which is building a $3 billion plant in Michigan to make CATL-designed batteries.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
At 5-3 up, Bunting started with six perfect darts to raise hopes of a nine-darter to clinch it but had to settle for finishing off a fabulous display in 12.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
She likely had to settle for a text.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026
“Don’t ever settle for being like everyone else,” she’d said.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
