Definitions "Fall"
Fall behind
to fail to keep up with others or a schedule.
To depend on someone
Live off
Used to describe actions that happened at an unspecified time in the past, actions with present results, or experiences.
Present perfects simple
a family that is very supportive and emotionally connected
a close-knit family
Charity begins at ______.
Charity begins at home
means that you should take care of and help your own family and close ones before helping others.
Fall through
when a plan or agreement fails or doesn’t happen
To experience something difficult
live through
Used to show that an action was completed before another past action or time.
Past Perfect tense
a trait or characteristic common in a family.
Run in the family
It takes a ______ to raise a child
It takes a village to raise a child.
means that raising a child successfully requires the support and guidance of the whole community, not just the parents.
Fall victim to
to be harmed or affected by something negative
1)To continue to exist, 2)to eat only a particular type of food
Live on
Used to describe actions that started in the past and are still continuing or have recently stopped, often emphasizing duration.
Present perfect continuous
family relationships are stronger than other relationships.
blood is thicker than the other relationships
Blood is thicker than _____
Blood is thicker than water
means that family relationships are stronger and more important than friendships or other relationships.
Fall into place
When things happen as planned or become clear
to enjoy life and spend money freely
Live it up
Used to describe actions that happened at a specific time in the past.
Past simple tense
to look or behave like a parent or relative
Take after someone
The _____ doesn’t fall far from the tree.
The apple doesnt fall far from the tree
Children often resemble their parents in appearance, behavior, or character.
Fall for
believe a lie, to be tricked
follow a particular rule/principle
live by
Used to describe an action that will be completed before a specific point in the future.
Future Perfect Tense
a family member who is considered different or does not fit in.
Black sheep of the family
Home is where the _______ is
Home is where the heart is
Your true home is where you feel love, comfort, and belonging, not necessarily a physical place.