settle in

British

verb

(adverb) to become or help to become adapted to and at ease in a new home, environment, etc

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Still, once you realize what the heck it is you’re watching, you might just settle in for a more diverting — or less terrible — time than first expected.

From Los Angeles Times

There couldn't have been a better fit of someone to help him settle in than Martin, who was already there.

From BBC

I waited for my aunts to settle in, and once I heard their even breathing and snores, I crept into the wool room with a handful of straw.

From Literature

Assuming his freshmen up front settle in quickly.

From Los Angeles Times

Then, she advised, "just settle in."

From Barron's

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