falling back (Meaning)

falling back

retreat, recede, retreat entry 2 sense 1, something that falls back, a falling back, something on which one can fall back, to have recourse to

The soldier fell back to regroup with his comrades after the intense onslaught.
The stock market took a sharp fall back due to the unexpected economic downturn.
The hikers fell back to a lower altitude as the weather conditions deteriorated.
The dancers fell back into the shadows, leaving only the spotlight on the stage.
The marathon runner fell back slightly during the race but managed to regain her pace.
The water level in the river fell back to normal after the heavy rainfall subsided.
The curtains fell back, revealing a magnificent view of the cityscape.
The memories fell back to her as she gazed at the old photographs.
The child fell back into a deep sleep after being lulled by the gentle music.
The storm finally fell back, leaving behind a trail of destruction and a sense of calm.

retreat, recede, retreat entry 2 sense 1, something that falls back, a falling back, something on which one can fall back, to have recourse to

giving way, losing ground, dropping back, pulling out, withdrawing, retiring,retreating, backing away, fleeing, evacuating

confronting,advancing, facing, brazening,daring, braving, breasting, defying, bearding,outbraving

The soldier fell back to regroup with his comrades after the intense onslaught.

The stock market took a sharp fall back due to the unexpected economic downturn.

The hikers fell back to a lower altitude as the weather conditions deteriorated.

The dancers fell back into the shadows, leaving only the spotlight on the stage.