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"Collapse" vs. "downfall": navigating the nuances of decline
Lloyd Cooper 01/10/2024, 15:55English.me team member
What is similar?
Both words imply a descent or failure and are often used in contexts of destruction or decline.
What is different?
Collapse refers to a sudden failure or fall, often physical or structural. Downfall usually refers to a gradual decline or defeat, typically in a moral or status context.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Collapse- The bridge is in danger of collapse after the flood.
- The company faced collapse due to financial mismanagement.
- The scandal led to the politician's downfall.
- The company's downfall was caused by poor leadership.
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