Crumble
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Physical Breakdown
Used when something solid breaks into smaller pieces, often unpredictably or without much force. With a gentle touch, the brittle leaf crumbled.
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Metaphorical Use
Metaphorically applies to situations or things falling apart, not just physical objects. Their plans crumbled after the funding was cut.
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Negative Connotation
Often implies a gradual or unexpected failure, highlighting a sense of disappointment. The ancient ruins had crumbled over centuries.