coming apart at the seams
- unravelingProcess of coming undone
- frayingComing apart threadwise
- crumblingBreaking down gradually
- falling apartGradually breaking into pieces
- breaking downStopping working properly
disintegrating · tattered · worn · threadbare · splitting · cracking · collapsing · deteriorating · rupturing · shattered · stressed · overwhelmed · exhausted · strained · fragile · brittle · ragged · torn
structural integrity
coming apart at the seamsholding together
Remaining unified, not separating
intact · in one piece · sound · sturdy · tight
functionality and order
coming apart at the seamswell-oiled machine
Flawlessly coordinated working system
firing on all cylinders · under control · on track · in order · cohesive
emotional/psychological state
coming apart at the seamsholding it together
Maintaining composure despite strain
keeping it together · composed · unflappable · cool as a cucumber · together