Alight on
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Visual Imagery
Use 'alight on' to create a vivid picture of something gently landing.
The snowflakes alighted on the frozen lake.
Pro Tip 2/3Light Touch
Conveys a sense of delicacy, as if the landing is soft or gentle.
Petals alighted on the surface of the water.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Just Birds
While often used with birds, 'alight on' works with any flying creature or object.
A drone alighted on the building's rooftop.
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