settled

Example Sentences

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Settled in his office chair, he recalled with obvious pleasure that not so long ago, some of Canada's top scientists had sat with him around that very desk, ready to take on a scientific mystery.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026

Settled after last season’s jarring trade, the 26-year-old’s personality has started to emerge among his teammates.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025

Settled in, Charles was able to eke out a living by gigging long nights in various after-hours clubs.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 10, 2023

Settled by the native Chumash approximately 5,000 years ago, the city’s name derives from the Chumash word for “moon.”

From New York Times • Jun. 29, 2022

Settled with a cup of Perilee’s coffee and a slice of apple heaven on the plate in front of me, I nearly lost my nerve to tell her my story.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson