piece one's life back together

idiomatic phrase

: to begin living in a normal way after suffering loss, hardship, etc.
As Iowans clean up and piece their lives back together, the economic and emotional stresses will persist.Tom Miller

Word History

First Known Use

1953, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of piece one's life back together was in 1953

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“Piece one's life back together.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/piece%20one%27s%20life%20back%20together. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.

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