Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fall-through

noun
/ˈfɔːl θruː/
Definition
A failure to take action or to proceed with a planned course of action.
Examples
  • The project’s fall-through left many stakeholders disappointed.
  • Without proper management, the agreement could result in a fall-through.
Meaning
It refers to a situation where something does not happen as expected or intended, often due to a lack of follow-through.
Synonyms
  • failure
  • breakdown
  • noncompliance