fall down

British  

verb

1. to drop suddenly or collapse

2. informal (often foll by on) to prove unsuccessful; fail

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fall down Idioms  

1. Fail to meet expectations; lag in performance. For example, It was disappointing to see him fall down on the job. This expression transfers a literal drop to a figurative one. [Second half of 1800s]

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Example Sentences

When she tried to stand up, her legs went wobbly and she fell down again.

From Literature

“I mean, the place is falling down. We definitely need like a lot of help, but it’s worth it.”

From Los Angeles Times

The driver of the road sweeper, whose vehicle fell down the sinkhole, was unharmed.

From BBC

“Dad,” said Adam, “I’ve never seen a tree fall down by itself.”

From Literature

Spurs did much better but City fell down a few levels.

From BBC

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