FALLING (TO) Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

falling (to)

verb

present participle of fall (to)

as in beginning

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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While many historic firsts were made, the Center for American Women and Politics reports that as of now, 139 women are projected to serve in the 120th Congress beginning in January, down slightly from the 152 women serving currently.

— Katie Kindelan, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2026
The result carries particular significance after Republican state lawmakers changed Cabarrus school board elections from nonpartisan to partisan contests beginning in 2024.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2026

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Holmes was convicted of fraud in 2018 and sentenced to just over 11 years in federal prison, commencing in May 2023.

— Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 16 Oct. 2026
The film will shoot on location at the heart of Pendle in Lancashire, with principal photography commencing end of September.

— Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 14 Sep. 2026

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Below, shop 13 of my favorite holiday-ready sets on Amazon starting at just $20.

— Natalie LaBarbera, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2026
Sir Dickie Evans, who was knighted by Britain’s King Charles in 2024 for his services to business, sport, and charity, built his businesses from the ground up, starting with export-quality fruit and vegetables destined for European markets.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026

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Katie, who worked at the TD Bank on Shore Parkway in Bath Beach, typically met up with her parents at the Wendy’s next to her job after getting off work.

— Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 3 Nov. 2026
For Dallas, that has been one of the biggest issues for the defense — getting off the field and not allowing an offense to take huge chunks off the clock.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Oct. 2026

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fallings-out

falling (to)

fall in with

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