collapse

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Shadows may confuse the system about a block's shape, or the robot may place pieces incorrectly, causing the structure to collapse.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

However, Alianza Lima later published a statement, also on X, that said: "According to the preliminary information available, the incident is not related to the collapse of walls or structural facilities of the sports complex".

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi called the act a sign of moral collapse by “an enemy in disarray,” stating that such actions will not compel Iranians to surrender.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Nearly 15 million cubic meters of ice and debris collapse into South Lhonak Lake, causing a 65-foot high wave.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The other part of me wants to collapse in a puddle of tears on the kitchen floor.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller