The phrase "fall among" typically refers to being included or classified within a specific group or category. In various contexts, it can describe how someone or something is classified, often in a somewhat unexpected or accidental manner.
In general, "fall among" is not very common in everyday conversation compared to other usages of "fall" or its collocations. It is more likely to be found in written contexts, particularly in literature or scholarly articles.
Translation: Мы обнаружили новый вид птиц, который попадает в категории мигрирующих, обычных для этого региона.
The requirements for the course fall among those that are necessary for graduation.
Translation: Требования к курсу относятся к тем, которые необходимы для получения диплома.
In her opinion, the movies of that decade fall among the best in cinema history.
While "fall among" is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions, related phrases that convey similar meanings or contexts include "fall into" and "fall between." These can offer insights into its usage in various expressions.
Translation: После нескольких недель планирования всё, наконец, стало на свои места для мероприятия.
Fall between two stools:
Translation: Он не приготовился ни к экзамену, ни к проекту, и теперь он между двух стульев.
Fall out of favor:
Translation: Работы художника в последнее время потеряли доверие критиков.
Fall short:
The phrase "fall" originates from the Old English "feallan," meaning "to fall or descend." "Among" comes from the Old English "gemang," meaning "in the company of." The combination reflects the idea of something being classified or categorized within a particular group or context.