Meaning of fall back in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Verb

   fall back

   Definitions

   1. fall backwards and down
2. 2. hang (back) or fall (behind) in movement, progress, development, etc.
3. 3. move back and away from

   Examples

   • « The enemy fell back »

   Antonyms

   • advance
   • progress
   • pass on
   • move on
   • march on
   • go on
4. 4. retreat

   Antonyms

   • gain
   • advance
   • win
   • pull ahead
   • make headway
   • get ahead
   • gain ground
5. 5. have recourse to

   Examples

   • « The government resorted to rationing meat »
6. 6. go back to bad behavior

   Examples

   • « Those who recidivate are often minor criminals »