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as in state
a body of people composed of one or more nationalities usually with its own territory and government
the whole land rose up in outrage over the tyrant's unconscionable cruelties
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as in to arrive
to get to a destination
we landed at the hotel just before midnight
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as in to perch
to come to rest after descending from the air
our plane is landing in 15 minutes, so we need to put all of our things away
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as in to win
to receive as return for effort
because of his work on the boss's pet project, he landed a promotion as well as a raise
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as in to grab
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
after struggling for half an hour, the fisherman finally landed a 10-pound bass
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Recent Examples of land
Colleen Creamer, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025
The 2025 spring equinox lands on Thursday, March 20, at 2:01 a.m., according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacramento Bee, 5 Mar. 2025
Tom Hawking, Popular Science, 6 Mar. 2025
Following an extensive auditioning process, rising star Austin Abrams has landed the lead role in 20th Century’s adaptation of the Daniel Kraus novel Whalefall, with Brian Duffield directing.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 6 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Today the ranch, which covers 3,500 acres of mostly wooded land and streams, is run by Lynn’s family.
—Colleen Creamer, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025
The 2025 spring equinox lands on Thursday, March 20, at 2:01 a.m., according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacramento Bee, 5 Mar. 2025
Verb
While Apollo landed near the moon’s equator, Chandrayaan touched down at a latitude of 69 degrees north—well into the moon’s previously unexplored polar regions.
—Tom Hawking, Popular Science, 6 Mar. 2025
Following an extensive auditioning process, rising star Austin Abrams has landed the lead role in 20th Century’s adaptation of the Daniel Kraus novel Whalefall, with Brian Duffield directing.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for land
Noun
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When goods are shipped to a business customer in another EU member state, the zero rate may apply.—
Aleksandra Bal,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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Money to replace the trains would come from a combination of federal, state and regional grants, as for most of the district’s capital improvements.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Many homes of Alawites were looted and then set on fire in different areas, two residents of Syria's coastal region told the AP from their hideouts.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
9 Mar. 2025
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There is no one perfect time to plant tomatoes, as timing varies for gardeners in different regions.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
9 Mar. 2025
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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, a key Kremlin ally who allowed Russia to launch its invasion of Ukraine partially from Belarusian soil, is also in Moscow to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
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The ground was thin, with clods of turf washed away by recent rain, and the dark soil beneath had pushed its way to the surface once again.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
12 Mar. 2025
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The five-bedroom home faces open water deep enough to dock large boats and yachts—a rarity in the community where most properties face shallower channels.—
Mary Forgione,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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The four crew members are expected to dock with the space station around 11:30 p.m. ET Saturday.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN,
14 Mar. 2025
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Another recent time Kai and Vanessa Trump were spotted with Tiger Woods was at the Genesis Invitational, when the three arrived together at Torrey Pines for the final round.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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The project sees the musicians sharing their love story, and the full-length is expected to arrive later this month.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Except Alex is not disembarking in New York City because that would be actual progress.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
9 Mar. 2025
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Additionally, passengers board and disembark by way of a narrow gangplank.—
Matt Dutile,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2025
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Take your time in the morning and settle into the property’s long, perched porches for some reading, writing or conversing with fellow guests.—
Kayleigh Ruller,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2025
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Have a pint at the Gravity Bar, perched atop the Guinness Storehouse with its breathtaking view of Dublin’s skyline, or visit the experimental brewery and taste Guinness’s latest concoctions.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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The Wildcats won the Pac-12 Tournament champion in 2022 and 2023.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
15 Mar. 2025
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Oscillating between lilac, light blue, and gray, light periwinkle nails are the winning formula for those looking for a delicate pastel shade inspired by the sky and flower petals.—
Alice Nardiotti,
Vogue,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Land.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/land. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025.
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