falling for

Example Sentences

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For the week, the international benchmark has slumped 7.7%, falling for three of the past four weeks, according to Dow Jones Market Data.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

Bitcoin prices, a gauge of Wall Street’s appetite for speculation, had been falling for days.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Katie spends much of the season vacillating between raging at Archie and feeling guilt over falling for his manipulative overtures.

From Salon • May 11, 2026

Consumer sentiment is split, falling for households earning under $50,000 while rising for six-figure earners.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

Anyway, I have a policy of not falling for Nick.

From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli