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collapse
NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. failure
  2. 2. collapse
  3. 3. tear (in clothing, etc.)
This noun refers to a collapse, breakdown, or failure, especially of something like a plan, relationship, company, or financial situation. It implies a serious and often irreparable falling apart, and is frequently used in news and business contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I managed to smile, but inside I'm already falling apart.

Sentence 2

The constant scope creep sent the whole project off the rails!

Sentence 3

The forecast kept missing, and the whole plan collapsed!

Sentence 4

Authorities stated they would "monitor the situation to prevent the system from breaking down amid market turmoil."

Sentence 5

A friend confided that they'd "lost everything through bad investments."