Landslide
(noun)
- The rapid movement of a large mass of rock, earth, or debris down a slope or cliff, typically as a result of natural causes such as heavy rain or earthquakes.
- A sudden or overwhelming defeat or decline in a political or other context.
Origin:
From 'land' + 'slide'.
Examples:
- The heavy rainfall caused a landslide that blocked the only road to the small village.
- The landslide buried several homes and several people are still missing.
- The earthquake triggered multiple landslides that buried roads and destroyed homes.
- The political party suffered a landslide defeat in the elections, losing control of the government.
- The company's stock prices experienced a landslide decline after the announcement of poor financial results.