fall over

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Definition

Verb (intransitive) 1. To fall forward and down; to topple over. This describes the action of losing one's balance or stability, resulting in a forward or downward motion onto the ground or another surface. It often implies a sudden, uncontrolled descent from an upright position.

Usage

The verb "fall over" is used to describe a person or object tipping over and collapsing. It is an intransitive phrasal verb, so it does not take a direct object. It often describes an accidental loss of balance. * Be careful on the ice, or you might fall over. * The vase was so top-heavy that it fell over.

Examples
  • The toddler is learning to walk and falls over frequently.
  • He was so dizzy that he fell over.
  • The stack of books fell over when I bumped the table.
  • Several trees fell over during the storm.
Advanced Usage
  • "to fall over oneself to do something": To be excessively eager or enthusiastic to do something, often to please someone.
    • The staff were falling over themselves to help the important guest.
Variants and Related Words
  • Fall (verb): To move downward, typically rapidly and freely without control. (e.g., )
  • Topple (verb): To become unsteady and fall over, often from a height. (e.g., )
  • Tumble (verb): To fall suddenly, clumsily, or headlong, often rolling. (e.g., )
Synonyms
  • Collapse
  • Topple
  • Tumble down
  • Keel over
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Fall down: Very similar to "fall over," but can emphasize the descent to the ground from a standing or high position. It can also be used for structures collapsing. (e.g., / )
  • Fall off: To drop from a surface or edge. (e.g., )
Related Idioms
  • Fall over backwards: To make an extraordinary effort to do something.
    • I fell over backwards to finish the project on time.
Verb
  1. fall forward and down
    • The old woman went over without a sound

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