| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
fall under [fɔːl ˈʌndə] | to be classified or placed within a particular category, jurisdiction, rule, or authority |
Other meanings
- to be governed or covered by a law, rule, or policy
- to come under someone’s influence or control
- to become subject to scrutiny, suspicion, or investigation
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "fall under"
- This dispute falls under federal jurisdiction.
- Your complaint falls under our refund policy.
- The new project falls under the marketing department.
- Many of these items fall under the category of essentials.
- He fell under the influence of a charismatic leader.
Features of Using "fall under"
Falling under is a prepositional phrasal verb used primarily to indicate classification or subjection. It is inseparable and is normally followed by a noun or noun phrase that names the category, authority, or influence. It is common in legal, administrative, and organizational contexts, and it is also used to describe being subject to influence, scrutiny, or suspicion.
Other phrasal verbs with the verb fall
fall apart
to break into pieces; disintegrate
fall off
to drop down from something
fall over
to lose balance and collapse to the ground
fall down
to collapse or drop to the ground
fall out
to stop being friends or in agreement
fall back
to retreat
fall in
to line up in formation
fall away
to gradually disappear or become less
fall behind
to move slower than others or fail to keep up
fall on
to attack or begin to attack someone or something
fall for
to be tricked or deceived
fall into
to begin to be in a particular state or condition
fall to
to become the responsibility or duty of someone
fall upon
to attack suddenly and violently
fall through
to fail to happen or be completed
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