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base over apex

idiom
Meaning

Falling over in a jumbled heap.

Examples
SIMPLE

He slipped and went base over apex down the stairs.

CONTEXTUAL

The cyclist hit the curb and went base over apex into the hedge.

COMPLEX

Startled by the sudden noise, the old man toppled backward, going base over apex in a flurry of coat-tails and limbs.

Anchors to
Related idioms3entries
  1. 01

    get to first base

    To get as far as the first phase or milestone of a goal.

  2. 02

    installed base

    The number of units of a system or product that are currently in use.

  3. 03

    touch base

    To meet or make contact with someone, usually to consult, review, visit, or communicate.

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