alighted

Example Sentences

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Rangers' search for a replacement quickly alighted upon Gerrard, who was of interest to club's American owners in the summer, before a number of issues resulted in him withdrawing from the running.

From BBC • Oct. 11, 2025

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

Finally, one perched on a nearby tree while the other alighted on the deck.

From New York Times • Jun. 19, 2024

But the American composer has an instinct for recognizing when he has alighted on a story that will send his imagination into overdrive.

From Seattle Times • May 15, 2024

Serafina Pekkala flew down toward the launch, leaving the dæmons out of sight above, and alighted on the counter just behind the steersman.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman