Meaning of the word "pull yourself together" in English

What does "pull yourself together" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pull yourself together

US /pʊl jərˈsɛlf təˈɡɛðər/
UK /pʊl jɔːˈsɛlf təˈɡɛðər/
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Idiom

to regain control of one's emotions and behave in a calm, composed way

Example:
Come on, pull yourself together! We need to focus on finding a solution.
She was crying hysterically, but managed to pull herself together after a few minutes.