suddenly snap

Frequency: 7.512.1 per million words

to break or lose control unexpectedly

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Examples (10)

  • The branch suddenly snapped under the weight of the snow.
  • The news reported a tragic case where a man suddenly snapped and caused harm.
  • The dry twig suddenly snapped beneath my foot as I walked through the forest.
  • His patience suddenly snapped after continuous provocations from his colleague.
  • If you bend the plastic ruler too far, it will suddenly snap into two pieces.
  • The old, rusted chain suddenly snapped, sending the heavy load crashing down.
  • She felt her self-control suddenly snap during the heated argument with her boss.
  • It's frightening how some people can suddenly snap without any apparent warning signs.
  • The tension in the room was so thick that it felt like something could suddenly snap at any moment.
  • After years of emotional strain, his mental resilience suddenly snapped, leading to a breakdown.