fall back

Example Sentences

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However, Megan Greene said the MPC can’t rely on markets to do its job, and yields will likely fall back if the BOE doesn’t raise the key rate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

And now, when Smith doesn’t get a call, he has ABS to fall back on.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

You can’t fall back on that money in an emergency like you could with a retirement account.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

In addition, we would stop ourselves out of this position if the ratios fall back to new lows, below last week’s lows.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

He couldn’t fall back to sleep; he could barely keep his heart from racing like an out-of-control rickshaw.

From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins