alighted

Example Sentences

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It seems Gudegast and his cast of characters alighted for Europe with only a few ideas in place, and the tapestry of this world is not woven as tightly as the original.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 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

Apparently, once we had left, the ravens had alighted together.

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

A dignified gentleman in a three-piece suit alighted.

From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer