perching

[US]/[ˈpɜːtʃɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈpɜːrtʃɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the act of perching
v.to sit on a branch or other high place; to sit or stand in a casual or relaxed way

Phrases & Collocations

perching on the fence

bird perching

perching precariously

perching quietly

perched high

perched on

perching spot

perching birds

perched there

perching gently

Example Sentences

a robin was perching on the garden fence, surveying its domain.

the cat was perching on the windowsill, watching the birds outside.

he enjoyed perching on the branch of the old oak tree.

a hawk was perching patiently on a power line.

the parrot was perching on her shoulder, mimicking her words.

a small bird was perching precariously on the icy branch.

the owl was perching silently in the hollow of the tree.

she found a comfortable spot perching on the sofa cushions.

a kingfisher was perching expectantly by the riverbank.

the pigeons were perching on the roof of the old building.

he liked perching on the edge of the table, dangling his legs.

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