settled
/ˈsɛtl̩d/ · set·tled
verb
- To conclude or resolve (something) She finally settled the argument with her sister.
- To place or arrange in(to) a desired (especially: calm) state, or make final disposition of (something) He settled his estate after his father's passing.
- To become calm, quiet, or orderly; to stop being agitated The weather settled after the storm passed.
adjective
- Comfortable and at ease, especially after a period of change or unrest It took her a while to feel settled after moving to the new city.
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Did you know? The phrase 'settled like a stone' is an idiomatic expression that means to become calm and quiet, often after a period of turmoil or agitation.