falls back
The phrase “falls back” has 2 syllables: falls back.
It's pronounced as /fɔːlz bæk/.
What is synonym and antonym for falls back?
In the thesaurus, “falls back” has 8 synonyms and 2 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for falls back along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for falls back
- drops back
- gives way
- pulls out
- recede
- retires
- retreats
- withdraw
- withdraws
Antonyms for falls back
- advance
- advances
Example Sentences
- Falls back on old habits when under stress.
- The company falls back on tried-and-tested methods during times of uncertainty.
- When in doubt, she falls back on her intuition to guide her decisions.
- The soldier falls back to a defensive position when the enemy advances.
- He falls back on his savings during lean financial times.
On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to falls back, such as: advance, advances, drops back, gives way, pulls out, recede, retires.
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