(slang) To die. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see fall off, perch.

(literally) To fall headlong forwards, notionally hitting one's face on the ground. / (figuratively) To fail miserably, especially in an obvious or embarrassing way.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of fall between two stools

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of fall flat on one's face

Alternative form of the bigger they are, the harder they fall

(idiomatic) To allow events to unfold naturally; to accept what occurs without prejudice, worry, or regret.

Alternative form of let the chips fall where they may

To be suddenly able to see a situation clearly.

Alternative form of the apple does not fall far from the tree

(idiomatic) A child grows up to be similar to its parents, both in behavior and in physical characteristics.