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implodes
  • present tense form of implode (3rd person singular).

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"The idea the labor market has turned a corner implodes with this report."

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

Part 1 of the fourth season, which was released last month, finally saw Gabriel and Emily rekindle their romance just as his chance at a coveted Michelin star implodes.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 12, 2024

One less thing for Kraken to worry about in rearview mirror as “feel good” story implodes under weight of seven straight losses and expected word of a move to Salt Lake City.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 16, 2024

“What CU did is ensure their future. Whether the Pac-12 implodes now or whether the Pac-12 implodes in 2030 or whether the Pac-12 stays together, CU is set,” Thompson said.

From Washington Times • Jul. 28, 2023

The core implodes violently, the exterior rebounds and a supernova explosion results.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan