Phrasal Verb - Falling Over
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.Definition
The phrasal verb 'fall over' is a idiomatic expression used to describe a situation where someone or something is collapsing, tumbling, or flipping onto its back or side, often due to a loss of balance, physical force, or mechanical failure. It can also imply a collapse in physical health, energy, or emotional well-being.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The toddler fell over while trying to walk on the ice. |
| 2 | The bicycle fell over when its tire went flat. |
| 3 | She fell over when her ankle gave out while running. |
| 4 | The waving flag fell over in the strong wind. |
| 5 | The price increase caused the shareholder's confidence to fall over. |
| 6 | The engine compartment of the crashed vehicle fell over. |
| 7 | He fell over his own feet when learning how to skate. |
| 8 | The specialized equipment tradition looked set to fall over. |
| 9 | The sweeping arc of the falling water seemed to fall over the walking bridge. |
| 10 | The star player had a scare as she fell over during the game, but got back up again. |