Changing Position (Down)

to physically move backward from a particular position or place

The skier realized the slope was too steep and had to back down to a safer position.

to put something down forcefully, typically expressing anger and frustration

The upset teenager banged the headphones down on the desk.

to lower one's upper body toward the ground

The gardener had to bend down regularly to tend to the plants.

(of wind) to cause something such as trees or structures to fall

The strong gust of wind blew the old tree down during the storm.

to cause something to fall over by hitting it

The enthusiastic dog bowled down the tower of blocks in seconds.

to come down from a higher point or position, often with a careful or controlled manner

After reaching the mountaintop, the climbers had to climb down to the base camp.

to fall to the ground

The child tried to walk but ended up falling down on the soft grass.

to cause something or someone to fall to the ground

The boxer knocked down his opponent with a powerful uppercut.

to put one's body in a flat position in order to sleep or rest

I'm feeling tired, so I'm going to lie down for a while.

to extend one's arm or body downward in order to touch or grab something at a lower level

The toddler excitedly reached down to pick up the colorful toy from the playmat.

to move from a standing position to a sitting position

Please sit down and make yourself comfortable while I prepare some tea.

to forcefully put something down

Frustrated with the call, he slammed down the phone and walked away.

(of an aircraft or spacecraft) to land on the ground

The helicopter touched down on the rooftop to rescue the stranded hikers.

to quickly go to a different location, particularly to do a specific task

I need to run down to the store to pick up some groceries before it closes.