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to fall on
[phrase form: fall]
01
to experience a particular situation or outcome
Examples
The community had to fall on hard times when the economic recession hit the region.
As the pandemic unfolded, many businesses began to fall on financial difficulties.
02
to be assigned to a new responsibility
Examples
With the sudden departure of the team leader, the responsibility to oversee the project fell on Sarah's shoulders.
As the most experienced member, the task of training new employees fell on John.
