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to crumple
01
to collapse or disintegrate suddenly and completely
02
to crush, fold, or wrinkle something, resulting in irregular and uneven creases
03
to wrinkle the face due to intense emotions or age-related changes
04
to collapse or fall suddenly and heavily, often due to exhaustion, injury, or emotional distress
05
to become wrinkled with irregular and uneven folds
Crumple
01
the runner on third base starts home as the pitcher delivers the ball
Example
The old bridge crumpled under the weight of the heavy truck, sending debris tumbling into the river below.
As the storm intensified, the tent poles began to bend, and the shelter eventually crumpled in the strong winds.
Despite its sturdy appearance, the metal frame of the car crumpled upon impact with the tree.
Under the relentless pressure of the opposing team, the defense eventually crumpled, leading to a goal.
With a loud crash, the poorly constructed wall crumpled, revealing the shoddy workmanship underneath.
