collapse, fall, etc. in/into a heap

fall into a heap

To become very emotional, especially sad, and perhaps to literally hunch over as a result. Poor Jane really fell into a heap during the funeral service. I can't watch those sappy movies because I just fall into a heap every time.
See also: fall, heap
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

collapse, fall, etc. in/into a ˈheap

fall down heavily and not move: He collapsed in a heap on the floor.
See also: heap
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • fall into a heap
  • do (one) a heap of good
  • heap
  • heaps
  • hunch
  • a hunch
  • sight
  • be struck all of a heap
  • stoop labor
  • heap sight