What is another word for bursting bubble?
Pronunciation: [bˈɜːstɪŋ bˈʌbə͡l] (IPA) 
Bursting bubble is a phrase commonly used to describe a situation where something quickly and unexpectedly comes to an end. Synonyms for bursting bubble include collapse, downfall, implosion, crash, and rupture. A collapse typically refers to a sudden and complete failure of something, such as a business or a economy. Downfall also suggests a sudden and dramatic decline, but is usually used in relation to a person's reputation or career. Implosion and rupture refer more specifically to a sudden collapse or explosion within a confined space. Crash is often used to describe a sudden and violent failure, such as a stock market crash. All of these synonyms capture the sense of sudden and complete loss that comes with a bursting bubble scenario.
