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Foundation level · Year 4 · free

slump

verb · Say it: SLUMP

What it means

Foundation

to sit or fall down heavily because you are tired or upset

After the long cross-country race, Jack slumped onto the bench.

Similar and opposite words

Synonyms (similar meaning)

  • collapse
  • flop
  • sag
  • slouch

More examples

  • Please don't slump in your chair during assembly; sit up straight.

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