Collapse

usgb/kəˈlæps/
verb

To fall down suddenly because of pressure or having no strength or support.

The roof of the old house collapsed under the weight of the snow.
Visual representation of "collapse" - to fall down suddenly because of pressure or having no strength or support

Often appears as...

  • structure collapse
  • building collapse
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Visual representation of "collapse"
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Predictive Indicators

Look for words indicating instability or overload that hint at an impending 'collapse'.

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The bridge showed signs of wear, likely to collapse soon.
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Lack of Support

'Collapse' often implies a lack of support, whether physical or abstract.

Illustration for Lack of Support
Lacking reinforcement, the wall collapsed.
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