Sit down

/sɪt daʊn/ phrasal verb

Definition

To lower your body onto a chair, floor, or other surface to rest.

Etymology

This phrase comes from the old word 'sit' which has meant the same thing for hundreds of years.

Kelly Says

When we sit down for story time, we make a cozy circle together! You can sit down on your chair, on the soft carpet, or even on a big rock outside.

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