fall up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To benefit in the long run from what seems initially to be a setback.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
In fact, many of their winning mantras essentially describe the notion of falling up: "I've failed over and over again in my life," Jordan once said, "and that is why I succeed."
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
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see fall, up.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “fall up” mean?
To benefit in the long run from what seems initially to be a setback.
Is “fall up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.