settle for

Example Sentences

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The central bank’s reaction will be crucial for markets heading into the spring, but without visibility toward a conclusion of the conflict, investors will have to settle for more “wait and see” from policymakers.

From Barron's

Some of the best scenes in “Sinners” involve characters negotiating the value of their creative energy, from painting a sign to playing a concert, or simply just selling someone their time, as when Stack teaches the teenager watching his truck not to settle for less than her worth.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s the fifth consecutive season Mitty has been forced to settle for runner-up honors as Southern California powers Sierra Canyon, Etiwanda and now Ontario Christian stepped forward to leave the Monarchs one win short of a state title.

From Los Angeles Times

Even if it were, the linkage implies that “Dynasty: The Murdochs” doesn’t settle for simply being informative.

From Salon

Doncic had a chance at 50 points in a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in October, but missed a late free throw that forced him to settle for 49 points.

From Los Angeles Times