History
History
Synonyms
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Meaning:
crumble

(to cause something) to break, rub or fall into very small pieces

break or fall into pieces

crumple

(to cause something) to become full of folds or creases

make or become wrinkled

deteriorate

to become of less value or worse (in quality)

decay, degenerate

flounder

to make wild and usually useless efforts (as when one is in deep water and unable to swim)

struggle; be in the dark

freeze up

(of an engine, pipe etc) to become filled with ice and not work

become, make afraid or distressed

languish

to lose, be without, energy, health or happiness (during one's time in a place)

droop; become dull, listless

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