Meaning of the word "come apart" in English

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come apart

US /"kʌm əˈpɑːrt"/
UK /"kʌm əˈpɑːrt"/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to break into pieces

Example:
The old book started to come apart at the seams.
The cheap toy quickly came apart after a few uses.
2.

to become very upset or distressed

Example:
She started to come apart when she heard the bad news.
His composure began to come apart under the intense questioning.
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