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Tumble

TUH-mbuhl

/ˈtʌmbʌl/

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tumble

Dictionary meaning

A sudden drop from an upright position.

Examples

  • Wash in warm water and tumble dry.
  • Prices tumbled after the devaluation of the currency.

Synonyms: fall

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