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as in deteriorated
to become worse or of less value
the stock of the energy company crumbled after the revelations of fraud and mismanagement
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Recent Examples of crumbled
Tim Ellis, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
As their world crumbled around them, many found hope in a dance ritual that adherents believed would ultimately spark an upheaval in which their enemies would be ousted and their once-free existence restored.
—Marc Ramirez, USA TODAY, 29 Dec. 2024
But Indianapolis’ defense crumbled on the ensuing drive, allowing Lock to lead a nine-play, 70-yard TD drive capped by his 5-yard scramble into the end zone.
—James Boyd, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024
After zooming up in 1998 and 1999, the stock crumbled in the dot-com bust, losing almost all its value.
—Mackenzie Sigalos,ari Levy, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
The Iranian government remained unprepared for the Syrian army’s swift collapse, as defensive lines crumbled and soldiers proved unready or unable to fight.
—Hamidreza Azizi, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
Within 20 hours, the bill crumbled.
—Cate Martel, The Hill, 20 Dec. 2024
The armies that propped up both Baathist regimes crumbled, in the end, with breathtaking speed.
—Robin Wright, The New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2024
Windows were buckled and walls crumbled.
—Charlotte Graham-McLay, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
Verb
The rest of the batting order crumbled as sure as night follows day.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
As their world crumbled around them, many found hope in a dance ritual that adherents believed would ultimately spark an upheaval in which their enemies would be ousted and their once-free existence restored.
—Marc Ramirez, USA TODAY, 29 Dec. 2024
But Indianapolis’ defense crumbled on the ensuing drive, allowing Lock to lead a nine-play, 70-yard TD drive capped by his 5-yard scramble into the end zone.
—James Boyd, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024
After zooming up in 1998 and 1999, the stock crumbled in the dot-com bust, losing almost all its value.
—Mackenzie Sigalos,ari Levy, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
The Iranian government remained unprepared for the Syrian army’s swift collapse, as defensive lines crumbled and soldiers proved unready or unable to fight.
—Hamidreza Azizi, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
Within 20 hours, the bill crumbled.
—Cate Martel, The Hill, 20 Dec. 2024
The armies that propped up both Baathist regimes crumbled, in the end, with breathtaking speed.
—Robin Wright, The New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2024
Windows were buckled and walls crumbled.
—Charlotte Graham-McLay, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crumbled
Verb
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The inside story of how this relationship deteriorated is worth a read.—
Chris Branch,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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The increase in tests came as relations with the United States and its regional allies deteriorated and Pyongyang pulled closer to Russia.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
7 Jan. 2025
Verb
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As tens of thousands of visitors from around the world descended on Miami for the city’s annual art celebration, a lucky few were invited to an immersive experience that blended contemporary art with fashion, mixology, and luxury travel.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
23 Dec. 2024
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The House descended into chaos Wednesday when the GOP revolt sank a last-minute funding measure to keep the government operating through early next year.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
19 Dec. 2024
Verb
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However, wider market fundamentals have not materially altered and have somewhat worsened.—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes,
22 Dec. 2024
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Early in his treatment, tests showed the chemo had worsened Olson’s anemia.—
J. David McSwane,
ProPublica,
20 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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This represents a significant public health concern as the virus can spread to animals that consume contaminated products.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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The contaminated product should be thrown away or returned for a refund.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Francis’ arrival also resurrected memories of a tainted past.—
Sui-Lee Wee,
New York Times,
16 Feb. 2025
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Packaging for the tainted product carried a state cannabis sticker but bore no state license number or manufacturer name.—
Paige St. John,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Dec. 2024
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“Crumbled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crumbled. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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