land on
The phrase "land on" can refer to physical descent or various metaphorical outcomes, depending on the context.
Definition
B1General
(literal)To come down onto a surface after being in the air.
Example
- The bird landed on the branch.
B2Decision Making
(idiomatic)To reach a decision, conclusion, or solution.
Example
- After much discussion, they landed on a compromise.
B2Career
(informal)To secure or obtain a job or opportunity.
Example
- She landed on a great job right after graduation.
C1Responsibility
(idiomatic)To become the responsibility or burden of someone.
Example
- The project landed on his desk at the last minute.
C1Criticism
(informal)To scold or criticize someone severely.
Example
- The manager landed on him for missing the deadline.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "land on":
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