English / idiom
Go to Pieces
MEANING IN ENGLISH
To lose emotional composure and break down completely under grief, fear, or immense strain.
In context
01
The founder went to pieces during his retirement speech when thanking his lifelong colleagues.
02
Under the crushing pressure of stepping into the chairman's shoes, the young heir went to pieces.
Synonyms
break down,lose control,crumble emotionally
Antonyms
keep one's cool,hold oneself together,remain steadfast
Collocations
completely go to pieces,start to go to pieces,watch someone go to pieces