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to collapse
01
(of a construction) to fall down suddenly, particularly due to being damaged or weak
Intransitive
Example
The old building collapsed after years of neglect and structural decay.
The bridge collapsed under the weight of the overloaded truck.
The roof collapsed during the storm due to the heavy snow accumulation.
02
(of a person) to fall and usually become unconscious due to illness
Intransitive
Example
Exhausted from the intense heat, he collapsed on the sidewalk and lost consciousness.
The marathon runner collapsed at the finish line after pushing through extreme fatigue.
A sudden drop in blood pressure caused her to collapse during the meeting.
03
(of prices, shares, etc.) to suddenly decrease in terms of amount or value
Intransitive
Example
The stock market collapsed after the unexpected economic report was released.
Housing prices collapsed during the recession, causing many homeowners to owe more than their properties were worth.
The company 's shares collapsed following the announcement of poor quarterly results.
04
to make something fall down or break apart
Transitive: to collapse a structure
Example
The heavy load on the bridge collapsed the structure, sending debris into the river.
The explosion collapsed the walls of the factory, leaving nothing standing.
The faulty supports collapsed the roof, trapping everyone inside.
05
to fold something in a way that it is compacted into a smaller, more manageable size or space
Intransitive
Example
The portable table can collapse into a compact form for easy storage.
The tent collapsed into a small bag, making it easy to carry on the hike.
The stroller collapsed with a single motion, making it ideal for traveling.
06
to experience a sudden and complete failure
Intransitive
Example
The entire project collapsed under the weight of unrealistic expectations and poor planning.
His business collapsed when the economy took an unexpected downturn.
Their marriage collapsed after years of unresolved conflicts and misunderstandings.
Collapse
01
a situation in which a person suddenly falls down or loses consciousness because of tiredness or an illness
Example
A collapse refers to a sudden loss of consciousness or falling down due to exhaustion, illness, or another medical condition.
Causes of collapse can range from dehydration and low blood sugar to heart problems or neurological conditions.
Immediate medical attention is crucial for someone who experiences a collapse to determine the underlying cause and provide appropriate treatment.
02
the sudden failure or falling down of a building or structure
Example
The earthquake caused the collapse of several buildings in the city.
Rescue teams worked tirelessly after the collapse of the old factory.
The collapse of the apartment block left dozens homeless.
03
the act of throwing yourself down
04
a sudden decrease in something's value, such as a price or stock
Example
The financial collapse led to widespread panic among investors.
The collapse of the tech bubble in the early 2000s caused massive losses in the stock market.
They lost millions due to the sudden collapse in the value of their investments.
05
(of a system, organization, etc.) a sudden and abrupt failure
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