going to pieces

phrase

present participle of go to pieces
as in losing it
to yield to mental or emotional stress After the breakup of his marriage he completely went to pieces.

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for going to pieces
  1. losing it
  2. falling apart
Phrase
  • Conditionality works best when the United States remains engaged enough for its partners to care about losing it.
    — Philip H. Gordon, Foreign Affairs, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Follow these tips on how to transplant a mature tree without losing it.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of losing it
Phrase
  • The home itself was visibly falling apart, with debris around the home.
    — Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 13 Nov. 2026
  • Torn pieces of country-style bread soak up the broth and eggs without falling apart, turning golden and crunchy on top while staying tender underneath.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of falling apart
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“Going to pieces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/going%20to%20pieces. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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