fall in with
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To join (a group of people).
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
He has fallen in with a bad lot.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To meet with (something).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To accept, abide by (a set of generally agreed rules, or a suggestion).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “fall in with” mean?
To join (a group of people).
Is “fall in with” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
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