fall for

phrase

1

: to fall in love with

He fell for her the moment he saw her.

2

: to become a victim of

fell for the trick

Examples of fall for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

One of two lead characters in the Joffrey Ballet’s season opener, Julie (on Thursday, danced by prima ballerina Victoria Jaiani) falls for a bad boy and is left to deal with the consequences. — Lauren Warnecke, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026

Wood Patio Furniture Interior designer Joanna Landis of Eklektik Studio says her big regret was falling for aesthetics over functionality when choosing a eucalyptus wood patio set. — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 17 Sep. 2026

Official data shows reported violent crime has been falling for several years statewide. — Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2026

Back at Norland, Elinor had fallen for Fanny’s brother, Edward Ferrars (George MacKay), but after a long separation, will their love endure? — Radhika Seth, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1902, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for fall for

• abhor
• abor
• adore
• afore
• ardour
• ashore
• backdoor
• before
• bookstore
• candour
• centaur
• claymore