Smithereen

usgb/smɪˈðərin/
noun

A small fragment or piece, particularly as a result of breaking or smashing something.

The vase fell off the shelf and shattered into smithereens.
Visual representation of "smithereen" - A small fragment or piece, particularly as a result of breaking or smashing something.

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shatter into smithereens,blow into smithereens,leave in smithereens

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Emotional Impact

Using 'smithereens' can evoke strong feelings of loss or destruction.

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The old building was blown to smithereens, leaving us all in shock.
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Figurative Use

Often used in a metaphorical sense to describe emotional destruction.

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Her heart was left in smithereens after the breakup.
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Literary Style

Commonly found in literature to create dramatic effects.

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In the story, the treasures were scattered into smithereens by the explosion.
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