cave in
Example Sentences
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Yes, critics called it a cave-in.
From Barron's
And they do not suggest massive subsidence or a cave-in of the mountain.
From BBC
“Combining this freshly loosened powder with the practically unheard of levels of precipitation created a significant increased risk of cave-in,” the lawsuit said.
From Los Angeles Times
The cave-in happened around 3:30 a.m.
From Seattle Times
Authorities have not said what caused the cave-in but the region is prone to landslides, earthquakes and floods.
From Reuters
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