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to take a tumble
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to experience a sudden setback, failure, or decline
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to accidentally fall or stumble, often resulting in a sudden loss of balance
Example
After a strong start, the company took a tumble in the stock market due to unexpected losses.
She took a tumble down the stairs.
She was at the top of her class, but her grades took a tumble when she started missing classes.
The project was going well until a critical mistake caused it to take a tumble.
The team had a promising season until their star player took a tumble and suffered a season-ending injury.
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