a crack develops

Frequency: 6.57.3 per million words

Used when a crack forms over time.

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Examples (10)

  • Over time, a small crack developed in the foundation of the house.
  • A hairline crack has developed on the phone screen after I dropped it.
  • The intense heat caused a long crack to develop across the dry earth.
  • If you notice a crack developing in the wall, you should call a structural engineer.
  • During the earthquake, a significant crack developed in the roadway.
  • A fine crack developed in the antique vase due to changes in temperature.
  • We need to repair the dam before the existing crack develops any further.
  • A worrying crack had developed in the main support beam of the bridge.
  • Without proper maintenance, a crack will inevitably develop in the plaster.
  • The constant stress on the material led to a crack developing near the joint.