crash in
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Sense 1
Meaning · English
To appear uninvited at a party or other event.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The dancing was winding down when she crashed in.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To come in with a crashing sound.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “crash in” mean?
To appear uninvited at a party or other event.
Is “crash in” formal or informal?
crash in is generally slang.