1. Misusing "settled" for "solved" or "resolved":
* Incorrect: "After hours of debate, the argument was finally settled."
* Correct: "After hours of debate, the argument was finally resolved."
2. Using "settled" when the action is still ongoing:
* Incorrect: "I'm settled in my new apartment, but I still need to unpack."
* Correct: "I'm getting settled in my new apartment, but I still need to unpack."
3. Using "settled" when the situation isn't permanent:
* Incorrect: "I've settled on my college major, but I might change it next year."
* Correct: "I've chosen my college major, but I might change it next year."
4. Using "settled" when the situation is not calm:
* Incorrect: "The situation in the country is settled, even though there are still protests happening."
* Correct: "The situation in the country is unstable, even though there are still protests happening."
5. Using "settled" when referring to something that was never in motion:
* Incorrect: "My opinion on this issue is settled."
* Correct: "My opinion on this issue is firm/unchanging."
These examples highlight how "settled" can be used incorrectly when implying a finality or stability that doesn't actually exist in the situation.