Synonyms for fall over backwards


Grammar : Verb
Spell : fawl
Phonetic Transcription : fɔl


Définition of fall over backwards

Origin :
  • present participle adjective from fall (v.). Falling star is from 1560s; falling out "disagreement" is from 1560s. Falling evil "epilepsy" is from early 13c.
  • As in bend over backwards : verb try hard to please someone
Example sentences :
  • He bucked an' rared an' tried to fall over backwards with me, but I showed him reason after a while!
  • Extract from : « Bruce of the Circle A » by Harold Titus

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