| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
fall out [fɔːl aʊt] | to stop being friends or in agreement |
Other meanings
- to drop from a place
- to occur as a result
- to leave a military formation
- to lose hair or teeth
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "fall out"
- They fell out over money and haven't spoken since.
- Her tooth fell out this morning.
- Something fell out of his bag while he was running.
- The soldiers fell out after the drill.
Features of Using "fall out"
Fall out is a phrasal verb with a variety of meanings, from quarrels and conflicts to falling out objects or hair. In context, “to quarrel” is often used colloquially. In military contexts, it means to command out. Pay attention to the context, because meanings can differ dramatically.
Other phrasal verbs with the verb fall
fall apart
to break into pieces; disintegrate
fall down
to collapse or drop to the ground
fall behind
to move slower than others or fail to keep up
fall for
to be tricked or deceived
fall through
to fail to happen or be completed
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