English

fall

fɔl, fɑl, fɔːl
Meaning: autumn
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: fɑl, fɔːl

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Example sentences

The leaves change color in the fall.
The leaves change color in the fall.
The young actor stars in a new comedy this fall.
The young actor stars in a new comedy this fall.
The athlete struggled to regain his balance after the fall.
The athlete struggled to regain his balance after the fall.
The maple leaves turn bright red and orange in the fall.
The maple leaves turn bright red and orange in the fall.
The horse was lamed by a fall.
The horse was lamed by a fall.

Usage Notes

Mainly used in American English to refer to the season between summer and winter. British English typically uses 'autumn'.

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