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
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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 4 Nov. 2025.
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