implode

Example Sentences

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As history has proved, titans of industry often share a regrettable tendency to make a lot of money from leveraging enthusiasm and then leaving others to clean up the mess when the markets implode.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

“I’ve watched companies implode for decades. This one has all the warning signs,” he wrote.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 21, 2026

Wanting to progress is one thing, it is entirely different when you implode and make the wrong calls - even with the best intentions.

From BBC • Oct. 21, 2025

Martin's Aprilia teammate Marco Bezzecchi still has a slim chance of earning the runner-up spot, but he needs Marquez to implode.

From Barron's • Oct. 16, 2025

And then he and the guys will be pissed, and it will be this whole big thing, and our whole friend group will implode.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli