fall back

Example Sentences

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Economists caution that energy and goods prices that surged after the war started won’t immediately fall back to their old levels if the Strait of Hormuz were to fully reopen.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

If you find it hard to remember which way the clocks will change, then the phrase "spring forward, fall back" is a useful reminder.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Norris never had that to fall back on.

From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026

This higher price equilibrium reflects lingering concerns among some analysts that the Strait of Hormuz will need to be fully opened for oil prices to fall back to levels seen before the Iran war began.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

“Did you see that giant fall back? He was like, Oh no, don’t, y’all too strong, especially you, Gum Baby, you’re really talented and should be cheered, raaaaahhhhhh.”

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia