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2 | 23% | 7 | May have a flat bottom or rounded bottom | |
3 | 22% | 7 | Getting to the bottom of something | |
Getting To The Bottom Of Things Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "SETTLING" which means:
- noun
- • A gradual sinking to a lower level verb
- • To conclude or resolve (something):
- • To place or arrange in(to) a desired (especially: calm) state, or make final disposition of (something).
- • To become calm, quiet, or orderly; to stop being agitated.
- • To establish or become established in a steady position:
- • To fix one's residence in a place; to establish a dwelling place, home, or colony. (compare settle down.)
- • To move (people) to (a land or territory), so as to colonize it; to cause (people) to take residence in (a place).
- • To sink, or cause (something, or impurities within it) to sink down, especially so as to become clear or compact.
- • To make a jointure for a spouse.
- • (of an animal) to make or become pregnant.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The settling of the dust after the storm made the air clearer."
- • "The settling of the estate took several months due to legal complications."
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New York Times14 Mar 1997 | Across 17 | |
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