Meaning of fall back

Definition of fall back

(verb) fall backwards and down
hang (back) or fall (behind) in movement, progress, development, etc.
move back and away from; "The enemy fell back"
retreat
have recourse to; "The government resorted to rationing meat"
go back to bad behavior; "Those who recidivate are often minor criminals"

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