fall for
Britishverb
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to become infatuated with (a person)
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to allow oneself to be deceived by (a lie, trick, etc)
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Become attracted to, as in I was sure he'd fall for her . [ Slang ; early 1900s]
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Be deceived or swindled by, as in He fell for the con artist's scheme and lost a great deal of money . [ Slang ; early 1900s]
Example Sentences
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It’s been a controversial fall for baseball coaches in the City Section.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026
For example: If your priority is paying for a grandchild’s tuition or donating to a beloved charity, you’re more likely to fall for a scheme that promises to fulfill that goal.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 25, 2026
Some 175 students are on the waiting list this fall for remedial math at the University of California San Diego, the College Investor reported last week.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
It’s worth noting as well that Abbott is running for reelection this fall for his fourth consecutive gubernatorial term.
From Slate ● Aug. 28, 2026
"Think he'll fall for the same trick twice?"
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
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