What is another word for crack-ups?
Pronunciation: [kɹˈakˈʌps] (IPA) 
The term "crack-ups" implies a sudden and often explosive downfall or collapse. Synonyms for this word might include "breakdowns," "meltdowns," "fiascos," or "disasters." Alternatively, one might refer to such events as "catastrophes," "debacles," "failures," or "cataclysms." These words all suggest a sense of chaos, trouble, or turmoil, and are typically used to describe situations that have gone awry or fallen apart with serious consequences. Other potential synonyms might include "collapses," "ruins," "wreckages," or "catastrophies." Each of these words brings its own connotations and nuances to the term "crack-ups," but all suggest a sense of loss, decline, or failure.
