falling backward

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Opposites
direction of fall

falling backwardface-planting

Falling forward onto visage

vertical motion

falling backwardrising up

Moving to higher position

standing up · getting up · springing up · ascending · climbing

control and stability

falling backwardplanting one's feet

Establishing an immovable stance

bracing

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