settle down
The phrase "settle down" can refer to calming oneself, establishing a stable life, or getting comfortable in a new situation.
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Definition
B2General
(common)To become calm and quiet after being agitated or excited.
Example
- The teacher asked the students to settle down before starting the lesson.
- After the excitement of the party, it took a while for everyone to settle down.
B2Lifestyle
(common)To begin living a stable and routine life, often by getting married or starting a family.
Example
- After years of traveling, she decided to settle down and start a family.
- He settled down in his hometown after retiring from the military.
B2Accommodation
(common)To grow comfortable and familiar with new surroundings or circumstances.
Example
- It took a few weeks for him to settle down in his new apartment.
- She finally settled down at her new job after the initial adjustment period.
B2Physical Comfort
(common)To make oneself comfortable in a place, often for an extended period.
Example
- She settled down on the couch with a good book.
- He settled down in his favorite chair to watch the game.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "settle down":
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