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buckled

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verb

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The correct spelling is buckled. To distort or collapse under physical pressure; especially, of a slender structure in compression. For example: "It is amazing that he has never buckled after so many years of doing such urgent work."

Usage Examples

It is amazing that he has never buckled after so many years of doing such urgent work.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To distort or collapse under physical pressure; especially, of a slender structure in compression.
  2. 2.To make bend; to cause to become distorted.
  3. 3.To give in; to react suddenly or adversely to stress or pressure (of a person).
  4. 4.To yield; to give way; to cease opposing.
  5. 5.To enter upon some labour or contest; to join in close fight; to contend.

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