FALLEN (TO) Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

fallen (to)

verb

past participle of fall (to)

as in begun

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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The project is already well on its way and has begun to rise above ground on the east side of the White House.

— ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
That can indicate the roots have begun to lift, a sign the tree may be unstable and should be evaluated by a certified arborist.

— Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of begun

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The move reflects a broader strategy by Chinese automakers to manufacture closer to African consumers rather than rely solely on imports, though the trend is just getting started.

— ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
Another player who had started to follow a similar path to Quansah — at least in terms of impressing during a summer pre-season trip — is Ifeanyi Ndukwe, the 18-year-old centre-back.

— James Pearce, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of started

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After a study to map its sprawling network of rooms commenced in 2022, a nuclear bunker in northern Italy will transform into a Cold War museum scheduled to open in part next year.

— Andy Battaglia, ARTnews.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Energy Fuels has commenced a commercial-scale expansion at its White Mesa Mill in Utah, aiming to produce significant volumes of heavy rare earth oxides.

— David Blackmon, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of commenced

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Feeling like finding this 950-square-foot apartment was kismet, Miranda-Martin signed the lease and set about creating a sophisticated and color-saturated sanctuary.

— Marissa Gluck, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2026
As the team set about their usual high-performance recovery routines, blending active recovery, massages and refueling, a group of USMNT players partook in a different form of relaxation altogether.

— Adam Crafton, New York Times, 25 June 2026

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fallen (to)

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