No. 13,530 in German
bröckelte
"Bröckelte" means "crumbled" in English.
In a sentence
Der alte Putz an der Wand bröckelte ab.
The old plaster on the wall crumbled off.
In this sentence, 'bröckelte' is used to describe a natural process where the plaster gradually falls apart over time due to its old age.
Die Felsen bröckelten unter dem Druck der Wellen.
The rocks crumbled under the pressure of the waves.
Here, 'bröckelte' is employed to illustrate the gradual erosion of rocks caused by the consistent impact of water.
Ihre Entschlossenheit bröckelte, als sie die Herausforderungen erkannte.
Her determination crumbled as she recognized the challenges.
In this instance, 'bröckelte' is metaphorically used to depict the weakening of her resolve upon facing difficulties.
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