crumble
Example Sentences
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Although Vitinha did put the hosts in front, just a few minutes later, Newcastle did not crumble, even after such a shaky start.
From BBC
While parts of California’s geography, geology and meteorology make circumstances unique along Highway 1, Beck said, precarious — and even crumbling — coastal highways are a relatively common problem across the globe.
From Los Angeles Times
A visiting Qatari official on Monday announced a multi-million dollar aid package for Lebanon, primarily to support the country's crumbling electricity sector.
From Barron's
"She's sassy, fun and she knows her onions - and her croissants, cake and crumble," Dame Prue added.
From BBC
Today, leaders have learnt that austerity isn’t just unpopular but has also led to weak militaries and crumbling infrastructure.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
