keel over
Britishverb
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to turn upside down; capsize
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informal (intr) to collapse suddenly
Example Sentences
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It’s the humidity, which has spiked to over 80%, that has them feeling ready to keel over between sets.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 10, 2025
“I feel fine; I’ll probably keel over after I hang up the phone,” he joked.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2025
“I thought maybe I would keel over on the bench because I love it, I love it, I love it.”
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 10, 2024
A strong gust of wind caused the 226-foot-long ship to keel over as water poured in through its open gun ports, which were on display for its maiden voyage.
From New York Times ● Apr. 8, 2023
“They were asking him all kinds of nosy questions, Mom, and meanwhile he’s about to keel over from the fever,” Roy said.
From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen
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