landed
Pronunciation: [ˈlændɪd]
Word
Context: “travel”
(verb) to arrive on the ground after being in the air. When a plane lands, it comes down from flying and touches the ground.
Example
The airplane landed safely at the airport after a long flight.
Example
The helicopter didn't land because the area was too dangerous.
Example
When did the plane land at the airport?
Context: “achievement”
(verb) to get a job, opportunity, or something important after working hard. Like when someone finally gets a big job they have been trying for a long time.
Example
She landed her dream job after many interviews.
Example
He didn't land the role in the movie he auditioned for.
Example
Did you hear if she landed that scholarship?
Context: “result”
(verb) to end up in a particular situation or place, often unexpectedly. It can mean how something or someone ended up where they are.
Example
He landed in trouble after joking around in class.
Example
She didn’t land in an awkward situation like she feared.
Example
How did you land in that meeting today?
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