fallout
radioactive particles or unintended consequences following an event
The political fallout from the scandal lasted for months.
fallback
a backup option or plan
We kept a fallback plan in case the negotiations failed.
falling
the act of descending or dropping; occurring as one falls
The falling leaves signaled the arrival of autumn.
fallen
having dropped or descended; also used for the deceased or defeated
They honored the fallen soldiers at the memorial.
downfall
a sudden loss of power, status, or prosperity
His arrogance ultimately caused his downfall.
waterfall
a steep cascade of water over a cliff
We hiked to a beautiful waterfall in the canyon.
snowfall
the amount or occurrence of snow falling
Heavy snowfall closed the mountain pass for two days.
windfall
an unexpected good fortune or gain
Winning the lottery felt like a windfall to the family.
shortfall
a deficit or shortage of what is needed
The charity faced a funding shortfall this year.
footfall
the sound or number of footsteps
The footfall in the hallway grew louder as people arrived.