fall back

Example Sentences

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With factories shuttered and soaring gas prices driving up production costs around the world, fertiliser prices have risen across the board and are unlikely to fall back easily.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

If you find it hard to remember which way the clocks will change, then the phrase "spring forward, fall back" is a useful reminder.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

While the impact on growth may be relatively modest if energy prices start to fall back soon, even in that scenario inflation rates are set to jump, according to the new projections.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Norris never had that to fall back on.

From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026

He knew it couldnt have gas in it yet when he tilted it with his foot and let it fall back again there was a gentle slosh.

From "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy