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falls to

VERB

set about doing

Synonyms

STRONGEST

begin

WEAK

apply oneself to be up to buckle down commence jump in pitch in start undertake wade into

Antonyms

WEAK

be idle forget ignore laze neglect

Example Sentences

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But it has no say in the disciplining of the department’s sworn and civilian employees — a role that falls to the police chief.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Its target on the stock falls to A$21.60 from A$22.30 after an update to Northern Star’s reserves and resources.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Meanwhile, he was sixth for expected goals, with Chermiti in fourth - and, when penalties are excluded, Shankland falls to seventh, with Chermiti up to third behind Maeda and Hearts' Claudio Braga.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

For all workers, including those with no retirement savings, the median balance falls to just $955, the report said.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

John-John falls to the ground and covers his head with his arms.

From "The Skin I'm In" by Sharon G. Flake