fall (to)

verb

Definition of fall (to)next
as in to begin
to take the first step in (a process or course of action) after some refreshments, she fell to working with renewed vigor

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fall (to)
  1. begin
  2. commence
  3. start
  4. get off
  5. open
  6. found
Verb
  • According to an Associated Press report, Bushnell began a livestream on Twitch before dousing himself in a flammable chemical.
    Marley Malenfant, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
  • How to get a McRib in Arizona The McRib will be available at all McDonald's locations in Arizona beginning Dec. 3, 2024.
    Endia Fontanez, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of begin
Verb
  • The company has not commenced any operations and will not generate operating revenues until after the completion of the Initial Business Combination.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 20 Nov. 2024
  • The Oasis Live ‘25 tour has 38 shows booked so far, and will commence on July 4 at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales.
    Sophie Williams, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of commence
Verb
  • Burger King is offering their classic Whopper sandwich for just $1 starting today.
    Alex Perry, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
  • The three-fight preliminary card starts at 3:30 p.m. MST.
    Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of start
Verb
  • The friends eventually got off at the next stop, in Santa Ana, and got money from a worker to call their parents.
    Justin Curto, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
  • Christmas kickoff Christmas in the Park gets off to a festive start Nov. 29 with the official tree lighting at 6 p.m. at Plaza de Cesar Chavez in downtown San Jose.
    Anne Gelhaus, The Mercury News, 18 Nov. 2024
Definition of get off
Verb
  • The fire department opened an arson investigation, which determined the fire was intentionally set.
    Olivia Evans, The Courier-Journal, 28 Nov. 2024
  • Each window opens to let fresh air flow in and includes pre-installed locks, keeping your tiny home secure.
    Maggie Horton, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of open
Verb
  • After convention speech, what's next for Ramaswamy Former employees sue Dublin firm founded by presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy Smart, driven, a little 'arrogant': How Vivek Ramaswamy's Cincinnati roots shaped him Ramaswamy attended Princeton Junior High and St. Xavier High School.
    Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Langford founded and is the coach for the Avon High School debate team.
    Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of found
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