Fall in

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phrasal verb

Collapse inward suddenly.

The roof might fall in if we don't fix it soon.
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Often appears as...

  • fall in place
  • fall in love
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Literal collapse

Used when something physical, like a structure, actually collapses or breaks down.

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The old shed might fall in with the next storm.
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Emergency Alert

Indicates a sudden, urgent need for repair to prevent collapse.

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Hurry, shore up the walls before they fall in.
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