falling for

Example Sentences

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The mistake we’re making isn’t falling for headlines—they’ll eventually be right.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

They feel embarrassed or ashamed about falling for a trick.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

The population had been falling for years; the words "inner city" were regarded as a mark of degradation.

From BBC • May 17, 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

So much for warning myself against falling for people on the streets.

From "Legend" by Marie Lu