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to implode
01
to burst, fall, or collapse toward the inside violently
Example
The star 's core imploded, creating a supernova that lit up the galaxy.
The experiment went wrong, causing the chamber to implode under intense pressure.
02
(of a system, organization, etc.) to experience a sudden or dramatic failure
Example
The company ’s financial instability caused it to implode overnight.
The project started well but eventually imploded due to mismanagement.
2.1
to bring about the destruction of a system, organization, etc.

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