touching down

Example Sentences

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Orion's landing was highly accurate, touching down just 2.9 miles from its target.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

“Today, we’re touching down in the ’70s to talk about Chippendales.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The hosts dashed any outside hopes the Wallabies had of coming back when the irrepressible Hansen's catch inside the Aussie 22 led eventually to captain Caelan Doris touching down.

From Barron's • Nov. 15, 2025

Another England error - Lewis adding to his bad day with a loose tackle - led directly to Grant touching down under the posts.

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2025

Snowflakes danced in the awakening sky, touching down softly on Hazel’s long black hair.

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu