settle with
To sort out money or a disagreement with someone until everything is fair.
Meanings
To reach a financial or legal agreement with someone to resolve a dispute or claim.
"The company chose to settle with the claimants out of court to avoid a lengthy trial."
To pay a debt or financial obligation to a specific person or organisation.
"She settled with the builder once the work was completed to her satisfaction."
(Informal, slightly threatening) To get revenge on or confront someone about a grievance.
"Don't worry — I'll settle with him later for what he said."
Used in both legal contexts (settling a lawsuit) and informal financial contexts (paying someone back). The phrase 'I'll settle with you later' can also carry a mild threatening undertone in informal speech.
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