cave-in

[US]/[ˈkeɪv ɪn]/
[UK]/[ˈkeɪv ɪn]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The collapse of ground, a mine, or a building.; A sudden loss of support or confidence.
v.To collapse; to give way.; To fail suddenly.
Word Forms
Pluralcave-ins

Phrases & Collocations

mine cave-in

cave-in risk

avoid cave-ins

prevent cave-in

cave-in occurred

serious cave-in

after a cave-in

caused a cave-in

cave-in warning

Example Sentences

the miners feared a potential cave-in after the tremors.

rescuers worked tirelessly to prevent a further cave-in.

the construction site was shut down due to the risk of a cave-in.

a minor cave-in blocked the tunnel entrance.

they reinforced the walls to avoid a possible cave-in.

the old mine was prone to cave-ins.

the workers escaped just before the cave-in occurred.

early warning systems can help prevent a catastrophic cave-in.

the investigation focused on the cause of the cave-in.

the area was unstable and susceptible to a cave-in.

the sound of a cave-in echoed through the mountains.

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