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.”

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