Break somebody’s fall

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verb

To lessen or reduce the impact of someone's fall.

He was ready to break her fall as she jumped from the roof.
Visual representation of "break somebody’s fall" - To lessen or reduce the impact of someone's fall.

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  • ready to break somebody's fall
  • help break somebody's fall
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Physical Support

Often used to describe someone physically preventing another's hard fall.

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When she stumbled on the ice, he quickly moved to break her fall.
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Metaphorical Use

Can describe reducing the impact of a metaphorical 'fall' such as a failure or loss.

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The community fund was set up to break people's fall during tough economic times.
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Emotional Aspect

Sometimes used to express care or empathy by lessening emotional hurt.

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After the bad news, her friends gathered around to break her fall.
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