# land with

CEFR B2 · Phrasal verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/land-with
Updated: 2026-04-24

## Definition

to arrive at a situation or problem unexpectedly, often involving a burden or responsibility.

For teachers: to arrive at a situation, typically involving an unexpected burden or consequence; transitive, with the object receiving the burden.

## Examples

- The problem landed with the new manager.
- The unexpected responsibility landed with the team during the meeting, causing some confusion.
- The decision to cut funding landed with the department head like a thunderclap, leaving everyone stunned.

## Usage notes

- used with an object indicating the recipient of the burden or situation.
- Teaching tip: contrast with 'fall on' (similar meaning but more abrupt) and 'be handed' (more deliberate transfer); 'land with' emphasizes unexpected arrival.

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