Sinking
/ˈsɪŋ.kɪŋ/
Synonyms
- dropping
- collapsing
- descending
- plunging
- submerging
Slang Meanings
To fail or crash, especially in business or relationships.
Their plans went sinking after the investors pulled out.
To be overwhelmed by a situation.
I feel like I’m sinking under all this work.