fall through
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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Rubio, however, said she remained worried that the federal dollars could fall through.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
However, sources inside the camp say, it would only happen if the other options fall through.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
Also, be aware that similar offers could fall through again.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026
Confronting its biggest threat in decades, the regime in Tehran is trying to boost its odds of survival if diplomatic talks fall through.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 22, 2026
“That ground up there is very thin—a skin of rock with fire under it. You’ll fall through as sure as anything.”
From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill
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