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No. 9,672 in French

effondrement

Collapse; downfall.

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  • L'effondrement du pont a causé des perturbations importantes.

    The collapse of the bridge caused significant disruptions.

    Used to indicate a structural failure leading to collapse.

  • Son effondrement émotionnel était visible après la mauvaise nouvelle.

    Her emotional breakdown was visible after the bad news.

    Describes a figurative collapse of emotional stability.

  • L'effondrement des marchés financiers a provoqué une crise économique.

    The collapse of financial markets triggered an economic crisis.

    Refers to a sudden decline or collapse in economic conditions.

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