fall under

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Verb fall under has 1 sense

fall into, fall under - be included in or classified as; "This falls under the rubric 'various'"
--₁ is one way to constitute, represent, make up, comprise, be
Sample sentence:
Something ----s something

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Fall Under

Definition:

Verb phrase. To be classified or categorized within a particular group or classification.

Sense 1:

To be subject to or governed by a particular rule, law, or jurisdiction.

Example sentence: Foreign companies operating in this country must fall under local regulations.

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Sense 2:

To come or be included within a specified category or range.

Example sentence: Her academic achievements fall under the category of exceptional.

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Sense 3:

To be influenced or affected by a particular condition or circumstance.

Example sentence: Some plants may fall under stress when exposed to extreme temperatures.

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