land on
To arrive at a place or idea, or to get told off by someone.
Meanings
To descend and make contact with a surface (literal, of aircraft, birds, people, etc.).
"The butterfly landed on the back of her hand and stayed perfectly still."
To arrive at or settle on a decision, idea, or solution after considering options.
"After hours of brainstorming, they finally landed on the perfect name for the product."
To criticise, punish, or reprimand someone heavily.
"The headteacher really landed on the students who were caught cheating."
Has both a literal sense (an aircraft or bird lands on something) and figurative senses: discovering or settling on an idea, or criticising and coming down hard on someone. Context is key.
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