fall all over

• Sich jemandem gegenüber übertrieben enthusiastisch, zuvorkommend oder aufdringlich verhalten, oft in unbeholfener oder überfürsorglicher Weise.

To show excessive enthusiasm, affection, or eagerness towards someone, often in a clumsy or overly attentive manner.

1. Show excessive affection or attentionB2informal

   To show someone a lot of love, admiration, or attention, often in an exaggerated way.

   Übermäßige Zuneigung oder Aufmerksamkeit zeigen

   • The fans fell all over the celebrity when he arrived.
   • She falls all over her grandchildren whenever they visit.
   • He fell all over his boss, hoping for a promotion.

2. Be extremely eager to pleaseB2informal

   To try very hard to make someone happy or to gain their approval.

   Übertrieben gefallen wollen

   • The new intern falls all over the senior staff to make a good impression.
   • They fell all over the guests at the party, offering drinks and snacks.
   • She falls all over her date, agreeing with everything he says.