Related to word: break
Phrasal Verb
To lose emotional control and begin crying.
Upon hearing the sad news, she lost her emotional control and began to break down in tears.
He broke down under the emotional pressure and couldn't stop crying.
As the deadline approached, she felt overwhelmed and nearly broke down.
When a machine or vehicle ceases to function.
My car broke down on the road, so I had to call for a tow truck.
The printer broke down suddenly, causing a significant delay in our work.
This computer frequently breaks down, so I am considering buying a new one.
When a system, relationship, or discussion fails due to problems or disagreements.
We encountered some issues during the negotiations, which ultimately caused them to break down.
The couple's relationship broke down due to a lack of communication.
If these disputes are not resolved, the entire system will break down.