topple over
Example Sentences
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NHK aired footage from elsewhere in the southwestern Kumamoto region on Kyushu island showing several blazes, damaged bridges, a derailed cargo train and a number of houses threatening to topple over.
From Barron's ● Jul. 28, 2026
When the wind blows hard, and their branches and boughs thrash and creak, I am convinced they will topple over and cleave my home in twain.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 4, 2026
If you’re wondering how so many of the stars you’ll see on today’s telecast are managing not to topple over in their sky-high stilettos, fear not — they’ve had practice.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 10, 2024
Some people topple over metal tables and take cover behind them.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 29, 2023
She didn’t resist, but Mark was worried she might topple over if he let go.
From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner
