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to come under
[phrase form: come]
01
to be classified or categorized as part of a particular group or subject
Transitive: to come under a subject or category
Example
The book comes under the genre of science fiction.
The issue of climate change comes under the umbrella of environmental concerns.
02
to fall within the authority or control of someone or something
Transitive: to come under an authority
Example
The department comes under the supervision of the manager.
The project comes under the purview of the project lead.
03
to be subjected to or affected by something
Transitive: to come under a situation
Example
The city came under attack during the war.
The company came under scrutiny for its financial practices.
