come down to earth

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come down to earth

1. Lit. to arrive on earth from above. An angel came down to earth and made an announcement.

2. Fig. to become realistic; to become alert to what is going on around one. You have a fit of enthusiasm, John, but you must come down to earth. We can't possibly afford any of your suggestions.

See also: come, earth

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