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.