Definition
- C2
To become unable to think clearly and control one's emotions due to an unpleasant or difficult experience.
She completely fell to pieces during the final exams.
He almost fell to pieces when he heard the news.
She started to fall to pieces under the pressure.
To break apart into smaller pieces.
The old box fell to pieces as soon as I picked it up.
The book was so old, it nearly fell to pieces.
The old garment was falling to pieces.
To fail or no longer function effectively, especially a relationship, organization, or system.
Their company started to fall to pieces after a bad investment.
Their partnership began to fall to pieces due to lack of communication.
The team fell to pieces under the immense pressure and internal conflicts.