implode
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/ɪmˈpləʊd/
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/ɪmˈpləʊd/
To fall in on itself, causing a collapse.
The old building imploded, sending dust and debris everywhere.
这座旧楼内爆了,到处都是灰尘和碎片。
To suddenly fail or disintegrate.
The company imploded after years of mismanagement.
这家公司因多年管理不善而倒闭。