| Id | ESLPod_0803_WE_1280 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 803 |
| Episode Title | Negotiating a Peace Treaty |
| Phrase | settled |
| Text | The phrase "to be settled," in this podcast, means to be agreed upon or decided, or for all the details of an agreement or arrangement to be worked out: "Okay, so we'll pay for the conference and you'll pay for the reception. Thank goodness it's settled!" The word "settled" also means to be comfortable and constant, no longer changing: "Pierre wants to have new adventures, but his wife prefers a more settled life." The word "settled" can also mean feeling natural and comfortable with one's life and position: "How long did it take before you felt settled in the city?" Finally, the phrase "to settle down" means to calm down and stop moving or making noise; "Children, settle down! It's time to listen to the teacher." "To settle down" can also mean to get married and have a family: "Rick is 42 years old. Do you think he'll ever settle down?" |
| Topics | Government + Law | Relationships + Family |
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