as in to crack
to yield to mental or emotional stress
with her claustrophobia, it wouldn't take a day for her to wig out on a submarine
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This offbeat, easygoing ride includes stops to sample tropical fruits (freshly cracked coconut, mangoes, and key limes), facts and sightings of tropical flora, and cruises down side streets showcasing Key West’s diverse residential architecture (Shotgun, Bahamian, and Conch-style).—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
8 May 2025 -
However, inconsistent land motion–like what researchers observed in Houston–can crack and destabilize buildings, foundations, and infrastructure.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
8 May 2025
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Luigi Mangione musical already sold out, opening in San Francisco Liberals melt down over Donald Trump as Pope, star wars Jedi; MAGA as fandom?—
The Hill,
The Hill,
5 May 2025
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The precious metal isn’t just a superfluous adornment; it’s seen as a liquid asset: something that can be traded, act as collateral or melted down and sold.—
Sadiya Ansari Spandita Malik,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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That includes allegations that in 2024, Burgin would consistently put his hands on her—scratching, choking her, and slamming her head into a wall.—
Victoria Uwumarogie,
Essence,
19 May 2025
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The girl, whose family identified her as Lily, was driven to a remote location on the night of May 3, where her ex-boyfriend then assaulted her, choked her and threw her from a moving vehicle, the Star-Telegram previously reported.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 May 2025
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In turn, these plastics break down into smaller pieces known as microplastics, which can harm humans and animals if large amounts are ingested over time, research shows.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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Narcissistic parents might threaten to withdraw their love or attention from a child or partner, break down their self-esteem through criticism, and withhold their affection if any one in the family confronts them about their behavior.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
15 May 2025
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Plan to roll them around to help break up the filling.—
Kathleen Felton,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 May 2025
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It was broken up into two pieces and flown to a landing pad to be transported to a warehouse.—
Salvador Hernandez,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
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“Wig (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wig%20%28out%29. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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