implode
Example Sentences
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If Arizona chooses to follow Colorado to the Big 12, then it seems inevitable that the Pac-12’s whole fragile ecosystem would implode.
From Seattle Times
Finally, as a part of this optimistic scenario, Trump running as the sociopathic, vengeful and supposedly persecuted victim who has done "nothing wrong" and "everything perfectly" could ultimately cause the Republican Party to implode.
From Salon
They all died when the Titan imploded shortly after it dove.
From Salon
Investigators believe the submersible, owned by a private company, imploded during the descent, killing everyone aboard.
From Seattle Times
The Titanic tourism sub, which charged $250,000 a seat only to implode as actual experts warned it would, fascinated the public for just this reason.
From Salon
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