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befall

Pronunciation: [bɪˈfɔl]

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Learn how to use befall in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “occurrence”

(verb) to happen to someone, especially something bad or unfortunate. It's like when something surprising or sad happens to someone.

Example

Good things can befall those who work hard and stay positive.

Example

Nothing bad ever befell her during her long life.

Example

What kind of events might befall a traveler in unknown lands?

Context: “change”

(verb) to come into someone's life, generally referring to significant events or changes. It's like when a big event happens that changes things for a person.

Example

Great opportunities may befall you when you least expect them.

Example

No challenges befell him this year; everything went smoothly.

Example

What unexpected joys might befall us this summer?

How to pronounce befall

Pronunciation: [bɪˈfɔl]

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