Tumble down Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To fall or roll suddenly and uncontrollably from a higher place, or to collapse or fall apart, especially for buildings or objects.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for people or objects physically rolling or falling down a slope, stairs, or hill. Also describes old or weak buildings collapsing ('tumble down house'). Informal and descriptive; don't use for small drops ('drop down'), but more dramatic or uncontrolled falls.
Example Sentences
The old wall started to tumble down during the storm.
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The toy blocks tumbled down after I bumped the table.
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A little boy tumbled down the hill but was not hurt.
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Paint chips started to tumble down from the ceiling as the house got older.
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When the shelf collapsed, all the books tumbled down in a big pile.
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Their dreams of winning the championship tumbled down after the final whistle blew.
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