implode
verb (used without object)
to burst inward (opposed to explode).
are imploding
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present progressiveof implode.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Real estate companies are imploding after a decade of overbuilding.
From New York Times ● Aug. 26, 2023
“We all agreed that, because the markets are imploding, we need to reach an agreement among ourselves here as soon as possible and then move to the floor after the recess.”
From Washington Post ● Jun. 27, 2017
I'm not going to say Arsenal are imploding but City are a much better side and have lots of confidence.
From BBC ● Mar. 27, 2014
Brophy is stumped and Yorkshire are imploding - 99 for five.
From The Guardian ● Sep. 16, 2010
