Be in bits

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verb phrase

To be very upset or emotional.

She was in bits after the breakup with her boyfriend.
Visual representation of "be in bits" - To be very upset or emotional

Often appears as...

  • in bits after
  • found her in bits

Usage tips

Informal

Idiomatic

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Emotional State

Used to express a deep level of distress or emotional pain, more than just being sad or upset.

Illustration for Emotional State
After hearing the tragic news, he was in bits.
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Informal Speech

It's a casual expression, so it's more suitable for personal conversations than formal situations.

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When I called her, she was in bits and needed a friend.
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Post-Event Reaction

Often used after specific events that cause emotional reactions, like a breakup or bad news.

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He was in bits after failing his driving test.
Visual representation of the word "Be in bits"

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