fallback

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Fallback' is an alternative plan or course of action if the original one fails. It is usually the next best option. Think of it like carrying an umbrella when it might rain as your fallback option.

Examples in Different Contexts

In emergency response situations, 'fallback' procedures or locations are designated in advance. A safety officer might direct, 'If the main exit is blocked, use the designated fallback route to evacuate safely.'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

With unstable weather forecast, we must consider all possibilities for shooting tomorrow's scene.

Response:

We have the indoor studio as a fallback location if tomorrow's weather is uncooperative.

Tech

Scenario:

We're pushing a risky update tonight. The team should be prepared in case of any mishaps.

Response:

If anything goes wrong, our fallback option is to rollback the update.