alighting

[US]/[əˈlaɪtɪŋ]/
[UK]/[əˈlaɪtɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to get off; to descend and come to rest; to come to a decision or conclusion; to become aware of something

Phrases & Collocations

alighting gently

alighting from

alighted safely

alighting point

alighting area

alighting bus

alighting train

alighting now

alighting platform

alighting quickly

Example Sentences

the passengers were alighting from the bus after a long journey.

we watched the birds alighting on the branches of the oak tree.

she enjoyed the feeling of alighting from the airplane after a transatlantic flight.

the children were excitedly alighting from the school bus at the end of the day.

he experienced the thrill of alighting onto the stage to receive his award.

the helicopter began alighting personnel in the designated landing zone.

the graceful dancer was alighting from the moving train with ease.

the weary travelers were alighting from the ferry onto the island.

the hot air balloon began alighting gently in the open field.

after a successful landing, the spacecraft began alighting astronauts.

the team celebrated the joyous occasion of alighting on the summit.

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