Crumple: meaning, definitions and examples

Same as the first 'crumple', indicating a possible duplicate entry.

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'Crush' is used when something is pressed or squeezed with force, often destroying its original shape. It typically conveys a more violent action.

• He crushed the can with his bare hands.
• The grapes were crushed to make wine.

'Wrinkle' is often used to describe small folds or lines, particularly on skin, fabric, or paper. It suggests a more minor or natural occurrence.

• The old man had wrinkles around his eyes.
• The shirt was wrinkled after being stuffed in the drawer.

'Crease' is best used to describe lines or folds on fabric, paper, or other materials that occur from folding or pressure. It is generally less severe compared to 'crumple'.

• She carefully ironed out the creases from her shirt.
• There was a crease in the middle of the page.

Use when something is being compressed or crushed into a fold or wrinkle, often in a physical sense.

• She dropped the paper and watched it crumple to the floor.
• After sitting on the hat, it started to crumple.

Use when something suddenly falls down or gives way, often used for structures, systems, or physical states.

• The bridge was old and eventually it started to collapse.
• After running the marathon, he felt like he might collapse from exhaustion.

Use to describe the lack of success or the inability to meet an expectation or standard, can be used in many contexts including personal, professional, and mechanical.

• The new product was a complete failure and didn't sell at all.
• After multiple failures, she finally learned how to play the piano.

Use to describe a situation where someone or something experiences a significant decline or is brought to ruin, often used in a metaphorical or dramatic sense.

• The scandal was the downfall of his political career.
• Their downfall was caused by poor management decisions.