Meaning Of The Word Fall back

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What's The Definition Of Fall back?

fall back
phrasal verb: If an army falls back during a battle or war, it withdraws.
phrasal verb: If you fall back, you move backwards a short distance away from someone or something.

fall back in American English
to give way; recede; retreat
to withdraw; give way; retreat

fall back in British English
to recede or retreat
noun: a retreat

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