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

Its graduate school of education and counseling also began offering a new scholarship this fall for students in financial need because of the loan caps. — Heather Hollingsworth, Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026

The preliminary report from the University of Michigan said sentiment rose for lower- and middle-wealth Americans but fell for those with the largest stock portfolios. — Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026

Wright’s record of growing sandwich chain Potbelly was likely seen attractive to Wendy’s board, considering same-store sales have fallen for six consecutive quarters. — Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2026

Currently shooting in Florida, Crocodile Smile follows a meticulous killer who falls for a nervous realtor, setting off a romance that soon unravels into a bloody mess. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 5 Nov. 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