sit down

verbphrasal verb

To assume a sitting position from a standing position.intransitive
To cause to be seated or in a sitting posture; to furnish a seat to.reflexive, transitive
To meet formally at a conference table.figuratively, intransitive
To meet with someone for discussions, negotiations or interrogation.figuratively, intransitive
To assume a low or sunken position.intransitive
In Aboriginal use, to live or stay at (a place).Australia, intransitive

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Having finished all her housework, she sat down on the sofa to watch television.

No sooner had I sat down and relaxed than the phone rang.