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freefall

/ˈfrɪˌfɔl/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does freefall mean?

noun, verb

A state of falling without control or restraint, either in a literal or figurative sense. A sudden and uncontrolled descent or decline.

Example

"The skydiver experienced a heart-pounding freefall before deploying her parachute."

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