Meaning of fall over oneself | Babel Free
Definitions
To be unusually enthusiastic.
Examples
“Catholic families in the town were falling over themselves in their anxiety to invite⟳ the young Franciscans to come⟳ and sit⟳ in their parlors and be made much of, with cookies and soft drinks.”
“As long as we don't fall⟳ over ourselves to congratulate our adolescent every time she wipes her feet on the mat, a well-placed and consistent "thank⟳ you," a compliment, or a sign⟳ of appreciation can go a long way.”
“On the contrary, instead of wholeheartedly defending Chase⟳, Marshall fell over himself to accommodate his accusers.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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