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befalling

The correct spelling is befalling.

How to pronounce befalling

verb

Say it like: Bef-all-ing

The correct spelling is befalling. To fall upon; fall all over; overtake For example: "At dusk an unusual calm befalls the wetlands."

Usage Examples

At dusk an unusual calm befalls the wetlands.

Temptation befell me.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To fall upon; fall all over; overtake
  2. 2.To happen.
  3. 3.To happen to.
  4. 4.To fall.

noun

  1. 1.A happening; occurrence; chance; event.

adjective

  1. 1.Appertaining; appropriate; fitting.

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