crashpromotion

/ˌkræʃprəˈməʊʃən/nounVerified New

Elevation awarded for loyalty or usefulness despite — even because of — conspicuous failure.

The record shows ruin; the appointment shows trust. Everyone understands the signal: performance is optional where allegiance is not.

Etym. — crash + promotion; the promotion follows the crash the way insurance follows the fire.

Novelty check: NEW · checked 2026-11-08

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