Fall apart
/fɔːl əˈpɑːt/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To break into pieces or fragments physically.
- The old bridge started to fall apart under the heavy weight of the trucks.
- My grandmother's photo album is so old that it began to fall apart when I opened it.
2. To experience emotional collapse or breakdown.
- After the tragic news, she began to fall apart emotionally.
- He fell apart when he couldn't cope with the pressure at work.
3. To stop functioning properly or effectively, often used for systems or situations.
- The plan fell apart due to a lack of clear communication.
- His fitness routine fell apart after he started his new job.
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