He grew up in a broken home.
broken home
idiomA home in which the parents have separated or divorced.
The teacher noticed the student was struggling and wondered if he came from a broken home.
While society often assumes that children from a broken home will struggle, many grow up to be resilient and successful adults.
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bring home
To earn (money).
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bring home the bacon
To have employment which provides remuneration to satisfy the basic needs of oneself and one's family.
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broken heart
A feeling of grief or loss, especially after a failed romantic relationship.
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broken hearted
Of a person, that has a broken heart.
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broken man
A man who has suffered significant and enduring emotional pain as a result of a highly unpleasant or traumatic event.
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broken record
Someone or something that constantly repeats itself, causing annoyance.
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broken reed
Something or someone very fragile or unreliable.
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broken vessel
A person who is destroyed or forgotten, or who feels flawed or broken.