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to become worse or of less value
the stock of the energy company crumbled after the revelations of fraud and mismanagement
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Recent Examples of crumbled
Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
Top with crumbled cheese, drizzle of crema, dollops of salsa verde, and garnish of lime and cilantro.
—Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
Many salads call for crumbled goat cheese and parmesan cheese is common in a traditional caesar salad.
—Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2026
This crust is similar, consisting of crumbled cookies, butter and a tad of sugar — only it’s not baked.
—Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
Top with crumbled cheese, if desired.
—The Know, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
Our adaptation of the recipe gives you the option to top the beans with crumbled bacon in addition to cooking them in bacon fat.
—Saveur, 8 Aug. 2025
Phil Hay, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Ivar flattened Psycho Clown in the corner before Psycho crumbled prematurely.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
Another one is enjoying crumbled up Oreos with his frozen yogurt at Toppings after school or following a late-night game.
—Sam Mulick, Daily News, 29 May 2026
That version of the city crumbled on April 9, 1948, when, just across the street, Jorge Eliécer Gaitán, one of the most popular politicians in Colombian history, was assassinated.
—Roberto Andrés, The Dial, 28 May 2026
Cucumbers and shallots add a welcome crunch to this refreshing summer salad of cubed watermelon, fresh mint, and crumbled feta cheese.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
On May 28, 1871, over a hundred Communards were shot dead right here as dreams of a Socialist utopia crumbled around them.
—Emily Cox, ARTnews.com, 22 May 2026
To be fair, the PGA has hardly crumbled amid the breakaway to LIV.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
Murdaugh’s father, a grandfather and a great-grandfather were each elected as top prosecutors in the region, burnishing a family reputation that eventually crumbled.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 13 May 2026
Adjective
This 9x13 side studded with crumbled bacon and corn is melty and cheesy thanks to a mix of cheddar and gruyere.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
Top with crumbled cheese, drizzle of crema, dollops of salsa verde, and garnish of lime and cilantro.
—Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
Many salads call for crumbled goat cheese and parmesan cheese is common in a traditional caesar salad.
—Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2026
This crust is similar, consisting of crumbled cookies, butter and a tad of sugar — only it’s not baked.
—Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
Top with crumbled cheese, if desired.
—The Know, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
Our adaptation of the recipe gives you the option to top the beans with crumbled bacon in addition to cooking them in bacon fat.
—Saveur, 8 Aug. 2025
Verb
As Liam Tharme explains, the strategy employed by Slot at Anfield had faltered badly, if not crumbled completely.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Ivar flattened Psycho Clown in the corner before Psycho crumbled prematurely.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
Another one is enjoying crumbled up Oreos with his frozen yogurt at Toppings after school or following a late-night game.
—Sam Mulick, Daily News, 29 May 2026
That version of the city crumbled on April 9, 1948, when, just across the street, Jorge Eliécer Gaitán, one of the most popular politicians in Colombian history, was assassinated.
—Roberto Andrés, The Dial, 28 May 2026
Cucumbers and shallots add a welcome crunch to this refreshing summer salad of cubed watermelon, fresh mint, and crumbled feta cheese.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
On May 28, 1871, over a hundred Communards were shot dead right here as dreams of a Socialist utopia crumbled around them.
—Emily Cox, ARTnews.com, 22 May 2026
To be fair, the PGA has hardly crumbled amid the breakaway to LIV.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
Murdaugh’s father, a grandfather and a great-grandfather were each elected as top prosecutors in the region, burnishing a family reputation that eventually crumbled.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crumbled
Verb
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Analysts say the White House would favor a right-wing candidate, and that a victory for either Valencia or de la Espriella would probably mean a return to closer cooperation with Washington on security policy, after relations deteriorated under Petro.—
Catherine Ellis,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
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Regarding their own industries, CEO assessments about current conditions and expectations in six months deteriorated since last quarter.—
Sarah Min,Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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Pumps and lift systems can easily become corroded.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
27 May 2026
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Replace Rusted/corroded Storage Shelf.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 May 2026
Verb
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The first season immediately put the team through their paces when a huge tornado descended upon a country music festival.—
Britt Hayes,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 May 2026
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On Sunday, hundreds of teenagers descended on a housing project on the West Side.—
Corky Siemaszko,
NBC news,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The Covid pandemic worsened its financial troubles.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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Two worsened too quickly and the hospital lacked supply for the others, the researchers reported.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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The bodies of six of nine missing people have been recovered from the site of a chemical tank implosion and rupture in Washington state, officials said Thursday, and efforts were being made to dilute contaminated water.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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Health experts warn that exposure to contaminated water can cause symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea and infections.—
Monique John,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Enrollment declined the past two years at DU after years of growth, Rinehart said.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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When asked about her challenging Qualls in a primary, her campaign declined to comment Saturday.—
Jimmy Lovrien,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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While Liang seeks to distance the company from the tainted elements, Supermicro’s longer-term fate may hinge on whether Nvidia stays close or decides to keep its distance.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune,
6 Apr. 2026
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The case has it all — backroom deals, bribes, tainted legislation, dark money contributions — even the suicide of a prominent official at the center of the scandal.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Crumbled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crumbled. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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