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Discover LudwigThe phrase "apt to fall back" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a tendency or likelihood to revert to a previous state or behavior.
Example: "When faced with challenges, she is often apt to fall back on her old habits."
Alternatives: "likely to revert" or "prone to relapse."
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Even today, some critics are apt to fall back on lauding Murray's yeoman professionalism and palpably ardent heart — condescending tributes, issued with one foot out the door.
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Sipping coffee to fall back asleep.
You need someone to fall back on".
"Have something to fall back on".
It has little to fall back on.
We had to fall back on radio.
A sports degree to fall back on.
We're not going to fall back.
Without a higher income to fall back on for expenses, including household emergencies, long-term health care, children's education or their own retirement, this group is more apt to save.
He has something to fall back on".
Yemenis have nothing to fall back on.
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