fall in love

/fˈɔːl ɪn lˈʌv/

[phrase]

to fall in love

[PHRASE]

to start loving someone deeply

to [fall] in love definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "fall in love" and when to use it?

The idiom "fall in love" is believed to have originated in the 17th century. It is thought to be a reference to the idea of being overcome by love, as if one were falling from a great height. The idiom has been used in literature and popular culture for centuries, and it continues to be a popular way to describe the experience of loving. It is used to describe the experience of developing strong romantic feelings and emotional attachment towards someone. It signifies the transition from a state of not being in love to suddenly experiencing deep affection and attraction for another person.

Examples

1. Since he still loves her, he is leaving no stone unturned to make her fall in love with him again.

2. You can see me kind of fall in love with her on camera.

3. She's gonna fall in love with me, as every actress I've ever worked with falls in love with me.

4. And just when it seems like the SPELL is BROKEN for HARLEY, the JOKER sends her a get-well soon CARD, which makes her fall in love all over again, resetting the deeply disturbing cycle.

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