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in a heap

What does in a heap mean?

Physically or emotionally destroyed. The classic Sunday-morning hangover state — you're not standing, you're a pile of yourself on the couch.

"I was in a heap all day Sunday, couldn't even face toast."

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What does 'in a heap' mean?
It describes being wrecked, broken, or hanging out of yourself.
How do you use 'in a heap' in a sentence?
You might say 'I was in a heap after that shift, absolutely wrecked'.
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