Zoeken
to come apart at the seams
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to experience a breakdown or failure due to overwhelming stress or pressure
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IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "come apart at the seams" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "come apart at the seams" can be traced back to the literal sense of garments or fabrics unraveling at the seams. When the stitching holding the seams together fails, the fabric begins to separate or fall apart. This literal usage of the phrase has been in existence since at least the 19th century. This expression is commonly used in discussions about the deterioration of relationships, unraveling of carefully constructed plans, or the collapse of structures or systems that were once thought to be stable.
Voorbeeld
The carefully constructed plan came apart at the seams when unexpected obstacles derailed the project.
The company's operations are currently coming apart at the seams due to a lack of resources.
If we don't address the underlying issues, this fragile alliance will come apart at the seams.
The team's plans came apart at the seams when key members resigned unexpectedly.
If we don't address the underlying problems, the team will come apart at the seams during the upcoming merger.
