fall apart

/fˈɔːl ɐpˈɑːt/

/fˈɔːl ɐpˈɑːɹt/

to fall apart

MAIN VERB

[phrase form: fall]

to fall or break into pieces as a result of being in an extremely bad condition

synonyms : crumble

become separated into pieces or fragments

synonyms : break

go to pieces

synonyms : break

lose one's emotional or mental composure

*** if an organization, system, or agreement falls apart, it fails or stops working effectively

Examples

1. Poor Jane really fell apart at the seams during the funeral service.

2. The Thompson family business was in danger of falling apart after a major financial setback.

3. The con artist thought they could dupe people out of their money, but eventually their scheme fell apart, and they ended up in jail.

4. They look like they're about to fall apart!