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to pieces

Idioms

Into fragments, disorganized, or confused, as in I tore his argument to pieces. This metaphoric term has been so used since about 1600. Also see go to pieces; pick apart (to pieces); thrill to pieces.

Example Sentences

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That’s likely why shares of Constellation Energy CEG sank 9.2% toward its worst day in nine months, and enough to pace the S&P 500 index’s SPX losers.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 16, 2026

"She knows how to pace an innings. She has the ability."

From Barron's • Oct. 31, 2025

Mr. Mitchell deftly presents strategy as a way to solve critical problems, often under extreme pressure and at high stakes, with diplomacy a means to pace challenges and gain leverage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025

Their lineup has struggled this month, yet continues to pace the majors in runs scored thanks to MVP-type seasons from Shohei Ohtani and Will Smith.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 24, 2025

Finally Hatsue’s father began to pace and scratch his head and then to rub his chin, long strokes.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson

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