alighted
Example Sentences
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Not surprisingly, by the time that the couple alighted at the Astrodome in 1974, they were headed for divorce proceedings.
From Salon ● Nov. 23, 2024
The Royal Samoan Police Band began playing as the couple alighted and met local officials.
From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2024
Finally, one perched on a nearby tree while the other alighted on the deck.
From New York Times ● Jun. 19, 2024
However, five Chinese coast guard personnel, three of them armed with steel batons, followed by boat, alighted on the islet and ordered the fishermen to leave.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 23, 2024
The steep green hill was rushing toward them A moment later he alighted on its slope, a little awkwardly.
From "The Magician's Nephew" by C. S. Lewis
