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meltdown

[melt-doun] / ˈmɛltˌdaʊn /




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But another spring meltdown will not endear himself to new owners who expect their coaches to be the calm face of the organization.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Medvedev has become infamous for his outbursts - most notably at last year's US Open, where he had a meltdown after a photographer walked on court mid-match.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

The operational meltdown came even though IndiGo had two years to prepare for the new rules aimed at giving pilots more rest periods in between flights to enhance passenger safety.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Set aside the House’s meltdown for a moment.

From Slate • Mar. 28, 2026

That my mind was in a meltdown is no excuse.

From "Thirteen Reasons Why" by Jay Asher