- present participle of fall.
falling
Example Sentences
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Falling numbers of workers spell yet another challenge for Europe's struggling top economy, already battling onerous red tape, high energy costs and fierce competition in its traditional industries.
From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026
Falling pupil numbers in England's schools should be used to cut class sizes, the largest education union has said.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Falling pupil numbers meant that "when people left - we didn't replace them".
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
An hour later, the blaze had burned 30 acres, prompting officials to urge residents living on Mill Stream Drive, Falling Star Lane, Valley View Lane and Sweet Grass Lane to leave their homes immediately.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
Falling asleep and waking up with a start when my mother tries to creak the door open to make sure I’m, you know, not dead.
From "Sparrow" by Sarah Moon
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