went to pieces

phrase

past tense of go to pieces
as in fell apart
to yield to mental or emotional stress After the breakup of his marriage he completely went to pieces.

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  1. fell apart
  2. lost it
Phrase
  • However, that deal fell apart after the US unleashed a fresh wave of attacks on Iran in mid-July, following Iranian strikes on vessels in the choked Strait of Hormuz.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 24 July 2026
  • Foundation employees discussed the DAF at several meetings, but plans for the fund ultimately fell apart in 2014, after Gates and foundation employees met with potential donors.
    — Alison Durkee, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of fell apart
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  • The Louisiana State University alum came into the round ahead by two strokes but quickly lost it and went birdie-free for the final 12 holes.
    — Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 19 July 2026
  • Nearly all Chinese model providers gained market share on the platform since January, while all US companies lost it.
    — Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of lost it
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“Went to pieces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/went%20to%20pieces. Accessed 28 Jul. 2026.

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