CEFR B2

fall-back

noun

Meaning

An alternative strategy or resource used when the primary plan or option is unavailable or fails.

Examples

We need a solid fall-back in case the outdoor venue gets rained out.
Having a savings account acts as a necessary fall-back during unexpected job loss.

Synonyms: backup, alternative, contingency, recourse

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fall-back (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: ˈfɔːlbæk

Definition

An alternative strategy or resource used when the primary plan or option is unavailable or fails.

Examples

We need a solid fall-back in case the outdoor venue gets rained out.
Having a savings account acts as a necessary fall-back during unexpected job loss.
The team developed a manual fall-back for the software system to ensure data security.

How to Use fall-back

fall back on (phrasal verb): To rely on something as a last resort. — "When the business failed, he had to fall back on his savings."

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