Synonyms of fall
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as in to stumble 
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as in to succumb
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as in to plunge
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as in to decrease
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as in to descend
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as in to lose
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as in to trespass
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as in to die
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as in to begin
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as in tumble
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as in decline
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as in demise
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as in drop
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as in decrease
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as in waterfall
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as in downhill
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as in to stumble
to go down from an upright position suddenly and involuntarily
better sand that walkway before somebody falls on the ice
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as in to succumb
to yield to the control or power of enemy forces
the city fell after weeks of merciless bombardment
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as in to plunge
to go to a lower level especially abruptly
word soon got out that the movie was no good, and box-office receipts fell like a rock
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as in to decrease
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
manufacturing in the area is falling, and closing signs are going up all over
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as in to descend
to lead or extend downward
the lake bottom falls sharply just a few feet from the shoreline, so be careful
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as in to lose
to undergo defeat
not surprisingly, the novice player fell to a much stronger opponent
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as in to die
to stop living
if their brave leader falls, the men will lose their courage
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as in decline
a change to a lower state or level
last night's record fall in temperature was a sure sign that winter's coming, like it or not
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as in demise
a loss of status
being sent back to the minor leagues was quite a fall for the once-promising pitcher
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as in drop
the act or process of going to a lower level or altitude
panicked during his first unassisted fall when his parachute's rip cord didn't respond to the first tug
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as in decrease
the amount by which something is lessened
that year the fall in prices was 10 cents for a gallon of regular gas
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as in downhill
a downward slope
the sharp fall of the land sends rivers rushing to the seas
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as in to begin
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
after some refreshments, she fell to working with renewed vigor
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Recent Examples of fall
Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 1 Aug. 2025
This global patchwork means that a vendor compliant in a deregulated U.S. market might still fall short in Europe or Asia, putting cross-border contracts at risk.
—Pukar Hamal, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 22 July 2025
The move is driven by President Trump's desire to win five more seats for Republicans next fall.
—Steve Inskeep, NPR, 22 July 2025
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Sales in America fell 21.1 percent to 6 million euros.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 1 Aug. 2025
This global patchwork means that a vendor compliant in a deregulated U.S. market might still fall short in Europe or Asia, putting cross-border contracts at risk.
—Pukar Hamal, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Noun
One of the highlights is hiking the paths near the river and seeing the various natural falls along the way.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 22 July 2025
The move is driven by President Trump's desire to win five more seats for Republicans next fall.
—Steve Inskeep, NPR, 22 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fall
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Despite the latest tumble Wednesday, its share prices have nearly tripled year to date, trading at 247 Hong Kong dollars at 11:43 p.m. ET.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
16 July 2025
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Instead, it’s been all about the rough and tumble of high-stakes corporate finance.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
7 July 2025
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These adjustment to scheduling, along with staffing changes and dining revenue declines, are impacting not just Jack Fry's, but the entire Louisville restaurant economy.—
Amanda Hancock,
The Courier-Journal,
26 July 2025
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Charter Communications continues to lose video and broadband customers as legacy cable giants face increasing competition from YouTube and other streaming-era competitors and the decline of traditional TV to reach and retain video viewers.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
25 July 2025
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Despite Jill’s obvious issues, Lowes defends her character, who, like many in the show, faces an unfortunate demise.—
Dana Feldman,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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For a time, according to the dominant accounts of its demise, the postwar international order largely succeeded, especially in the West.—
STACIE E. GODDARD,
Foreign Affairs,
28 July 2025
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The sharpest drop comes from YouGov/CBS News polling conducted between July 16 and 18, which shows Trump's approval at just 42 percent, with 58 percent disapproving—a net rating of minus 16.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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The local decline in veteran homelessness is part of a record-breaking drop across the U.S. since 2010, when the federal government began a focused effort to end homelessness among veterans.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
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The Mortgage Bankers Association reported a 3.8% mortgage application decrease compared with one week ago.—
Jeff Lazerson,
Oc Register,
1 Aug. 2025
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Iran has seen a more than 40% decrease in rainfall this year compared to the long-term average, and the Tehran Regional Water Company says dams that supply the capital are at about 21% of their capacity, according to Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
31 July 2025
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To combine a waterfall sighting with a short hike, venture to Moore Cove Waterfall.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
26 July 2025
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Consider the Tennessee waterfall loop which will take you to 10 of the Volunteer State's most stunning waterfalls and includes stops at four state parks.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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Overall, its versatile geometry, persistence on uphills, and speed on downhills won our hearts.—
The Editors,
Outside Online,
26 June 2025
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Men’s downhill: Odermatt (605 points) leads countryman Franjo von Allmen by 83 points.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
20 Mar. 2025
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But when one foot steps too far ahead of the other, the stumble is hard to ignore.—
Kayden Michael,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Nebraska is often in the conversation as a nine- or 10-win contender, not a team in danger of an early stumble.—
Mitch Sherman,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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“Fall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fall. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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