Come unglued Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To suddenly lose self-control, become very emotional, or fall apart mentally or emotionally. Also used for a situation that becomes chaotic or falls apart.
Usage & Nuances
Primarily informal, often describes people under stress ('She came unglued after the bad news'), but can describe situations ('The plan came unglued'). Synonyms: 'lose it', 'fall apart', 'freak out'. Not used literally; always figurative.
Example Sentences
When she heard the bad news, she came unglued.
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The team came unglued during the final minutes of the game.
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I almost came unglued when I lost my keys.
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My boss came unglued after seeing the mistake in the report.
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Things came unglued really fast once the rumors started spreading.
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She tried to stay calm, but eventually she just came unglued and started yelling.
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