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hard landing

hard land·ing (plural hard land·ings)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. uncontrolled landing: an uncontrolled landing by an aircraft or spacecraft that results in its being damaged or destroyed

2. economic downturn after success: a downward trend in economic activity after a period of expansion

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