It's time to learn English - "Settle for Less" - What does this phrase mean?

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English Addict with Mr Duncan


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Do you ever find yourself  having to settle for less?
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This is an interesting phrase.
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In life we must all learn to accept that
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quite often you can't always  get exactly what you want.
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Sometimes you have to compromise.
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This is what the phrase 'settle for less' means.
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You want a big house,
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but settle for a small one.
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You want a fast sports car,
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but settle for a compact.
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You want a glamorous supermodel as your spouse,
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but you settle for a nice personality instead.
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So the phrase 'settle for less' means
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a compromise has taken place
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We all have to compromise from time to time.
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Your expectations are high,
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but reality makes the final decision.
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You have no choice but to settle for less.
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