fell apart
Example Sentences
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The $1.3 billion stock deal fell apart in March when Two Harbors spurned UWM and opted for a cash offer from another suitor.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
It fell apart within a week, predictably, as the two sides acted on conflicting interpretations of its central provisions.
From Slate ● Aug. 10, 2026
A proposal that fell apart in a matter of days.
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026
What began as a largely efficient outing fell apart in the seventh, when Irvin gave up five runs over 10 batters.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 1, 2026
Mine always fell apart, so I left them to the end.
From "Homesick" by Jean Fritz
