fell apart

Example Sentences

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That didn’t happen in this case, though, and the ash devil eventually just fell apart.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

Attempts to secure federal support ultimately fell apart amid disagreement over the terms of a potential rescue.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

Unlike the alliances of the early 2010s, which quickly fell apart, Jezequel said, the current cooperation deal could last longer, even if its medium-term future might be uncertain.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

The two couldn’t agree on price and talks fell apart.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

The beans were so overcooked that they fell apart when I stuck my fork in them and so salty that I could barely force myself to swallow.

From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls