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Difference between Fall below something and Fall under something

fall below something—(of a standard, etc.) fail to reach an agreed or required level:

  • You should identify the reasons why your academic performance has fallen below expectations.

fall under something

1. (of an item) be placed in the category mentioned:

  • If a document falls under the physicianpatient confidentiality clause, then this section may be withheld from public viewing.

2. (of a person) be strongly influenced or attracted by smth.:

  • Though she was no longer young, she was still beautiful and John immediately fell under her charm.