toppling

Meanings

• Verb

  The act of causing something to fall or collapse, often suddenly and forcefully.

  - "The tower toppled over in the strong wind."
  - "The old tree finally toppled during the storm."

• Noun

  A situation or event in which something falls or collapses, often unexpectedly or dramatically.

  - "The toppling of the statue was a symbolic moment in history."
  - "The toppling of the government was a surprise to many."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with toppling
dome , home , grome , coma , moma

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Variants

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topple , toppled , topples , toppling

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Etymology

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From Old English 'topian' meaning 'to overthrow' or 'topple'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'toppling' has been used to describe the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989.

2. The tallest statue in the world, the Statue of Unity in India, is over 500 feet tall. If it were to topple, it would fall at a speed of over 40 miles per hour.

3. The term 'toppling' is also used in the world of wine to describe the process of shaking the barrels to help the wine settle and clarify.

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Related Concepts

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1. collapse: The act of falling or coming down suddenly and completely.

2. overthrow: The act of removing someone from power or authority.

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Culture

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The term 'toppling' has been used in various contexts throughout history, from the fall of ancient statues to the collapse of governments and regimes. It is a powerful symbol of change and upheaval.

How to Memorize "toppling"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, heavy object teetering on the edge of a cliff or a tall building swaying in the wind. Visualize the moment when it finally topples over.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'toppling' with images of falling or collapsing.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Topples Over Tremendously' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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