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Meaning of the word "fall away" in English

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fall away

US /fɔːl əˈweɪ/
UK /fɔːl əˈweɪ/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to become detached or separate from something

Example:
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The old paint began to fall away from the wall.
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The rotten branches fell away in the storm.
Synonym:
detachseparatecome offpeel offcrumble
2.

to diminish or disappear gradually

Example:
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His support for the cause began to fall away.
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The crowd began to fall away as the rain started.
Synonym:
dwindlefaderecedewanesubside
3.

to abandon one's beliefs or principles

Example:
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Many followers began to fall away from the cult.
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He promised to never fall away from his values.
Synonym:
abandondesertforsakerenouncedefect
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