the dust settles
idiom
—used to talk about what happens when things become clear or calm after a period of change or confusion
I'll call you as soon as the dust settles from the move.
When the dust settled and the votes were recounted, she had won the election.
You should let the dust settle before you make any big decisions.
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However, after the dust settles, stocks could rally if things work out favorably.
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Adam Sarhan, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
As some of the dust settles from that blitz, a 538 analysis of public opinion polls found Trump himself to be more popular than many of his administration's policies.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 4 Mar. 2025
After the dust settles on Hollywood's biggest night at the 2025 Oscars and each of the nominees wakes up on Monday morning, there is seemingly one place everyone goes — to get some hearty breakfast.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025
But when the dust settles, Boston should have one of the American League's better lineups.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 17 Feb. 2025
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Adam Sarhan, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
As some of the dust settles from that blitz, a 538 analysis of public opinion polls found Trump himself to be more popular than many of his administration's policies.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 4 Mar. 2025
After the dust settles on Hollywood's biggest night at the 2025 Oscars and each of the nominees wakes up on Monday morning, there is seemingly one place everyone goes — to get some hearty breakfast.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025
But when the dust settles, Boston should have one of the American League's better lineups.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 17 Feb. 2025
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“The dust settles.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20dust%20settles. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.
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