noun
collapsing in the middle of a sumo bout
Sumo term for a wrestler losing strength and collapsing during a match.
横綱が腰砕けで負けた。
The yokozuna lost by collapsing in the middle of the bout.
noun
breaking down halfway; faltering midway
Figurative use for plans, efforts, or resolve that collapse or falter before completion.
彼の計画は途中で腰砕けになった。
His plan broke down halfway through.
交渉は腰砕けに終わった。
The negotiations ended in a fizzle.