wreck -
Something that has been badly damaged or destroyed.
Small submarines often go underwater to see the wreck of the Titanic.
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foible -
A minor fault or weakness in someone's character.
Before going to sleep, Alan prayed "I am sorry about the terrible thing I did today, but please forgive me because You know that all people make mistakes and have foibles."
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mediocrity -
Lack of exceptional talent or ability — being unremarkable in performance or achievement.
Despite everyone's hopes and expectations, the team's performance was marked by mediocrity and inconsistency.
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fledgling -
Referring to a process or person that is new, untested, and lacks experience.
The fledgling peace talks collapsed when the army of one side made a surprise attack.
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undoing -
The process through which something falls apart or is ruined
The scandal led to the politician’s complete undoing in the public eye
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limp -
A tendency to limp; a gait impeded by injury or stiffness
Mike had a bad limp for the past 5 years, and it had been caused when he fell down a flight of stairs.
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wane -
To become weaker in strength or influence
After the automobile was invented, the era of the horse and buggy on the streets and roads began to wane
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meltdown -
A sudden and complete failure, especially in a system or process
The safety system was designed to prevent a nuclear meltdown in case of an emergency.
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rupture -
The act of something breaking, splitting, or bursting open, often in a violent, sudden, or forceful manner.
When he fell, the impact of the fall caused his spleen to rupture, requiring immediate surgery.
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frail -
(of a person) weak and delicate
The strongest marriages last even when one spouse is in frail health.
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fade -
To gradually lose brightness, color, or strength.
The colors on the old poster have started to fade from years in the sun.
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fleeting -
Lasting for a very short time
Life is fleeting, so we have to make sure our time on Earth is well-spent and meaningful.
