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settle

[set-l] / ˈsɛt l /






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The study, published in Geophysical Research Letters, used advanced "chemical transport" modeling to track how chemicals move through the atmosphere, react with other substances, and eventually settle back to Earth.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

Deschamps said it took time for Olise to settle on the international stage.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Can Lionel Messi, at the age of 38, settle any lingering debate about his status as the greatest player of all time by leading Argentina to a second consecutive World Cup title?

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

DC Studios co-chief James Gunn took to social media Monday to settle a debate once and for all: Of course, Supergirl can have pierced ears.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

When we could finally settle down, we slept in the bed of the spring wagon, plastered all over with oats.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck




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