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What words have the root that means to sit and or settle?

You're asking about words with the root "sed-" or "sess-", which comes from the Latin verb "sedere" meaning "to sit" or "to settle." Here are some examples:

From "sed-":

* Sedentary: (adjective) characterized by a lot of sitting; inactive.

* Sediment: (noun) matter that settles to the bottom of a liquid.

* Sede: (noun) the official residence of a bishop or other high-ranking church official.

* Secede: (verb) to withdraw formally from membership of a federation or body.

* Sedate: (verb) to calm or tranquilize; (adjective) calm, composed, and unhurried.

* Sedative: (noun) a medicine that calms and relaxes; (adjective) having a calming or relaxing effect.

From "sess-":

* Session: (noun) a period of time devoted to a particular activity, especially one of regular meetings.

* Possession: (noun) the state of having or owning something.

* Intercession: (noun) the action of intervening on behalf of another person.

* Assess: (verb) to evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of.

* Possess: (verb) to have or own something.

* Preside: (verb) to be in charge of a meeting or other event.

These are just a few examples, and there are many other words that share this root. By understanding the meaning of "sed-" or "sess-", you can often deduce the meaning of related words.

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