hard landing

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Term: Hard Landing

Description:

Hard landing refers to a type of aircraft landing that occurs with greater impact and force than a typical landing. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a sudden and severe economic recession or a sudden decline in a business or industry.

Sample Sentences:

The pilot skillfully managed to avoid a hard landing despite the strong crosswinds.
The aviation industry suffered a hard landing during the economic downturn, resulting in numerous job losses.
After the company's poor financial performance, the business experienced a hard landing, leading to significant layoffs.

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