Definition (break)
- B2
to break into fragments
Over time, the old house started to fall apart.
When he dropped the vase, it fell apart into many pieces.
The machine started to fall apart shortly after it was put into operation.
fall apart
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Definition (emotions)
to encounter severe emotional difficulties that hinder typical reasoning or behavior
After losing a loved one, she fell apart emotionally.
He began to show signs of falling apart under pressure.
Her life fell apart completely after the disaster.
Definition (failure)
- B2
When an organization, system, or agreement becomes ineffective and ceases to function properly.
If the team does not improve, it will fall apart within a few months.
The agreement fell apart because it failed to address key issues.
As funding dwindled, the charity began to fall apart.