fall into oneself
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To enter an introspective or meditative state.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
He fell into himself, his half-closed eyes looking into an edgeless nowhere.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To become shy or withdrawn.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “fall into oneself” mean?
To enter an introspective or meditative state.
Is “fall into oneself” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.