Phrasal Verb - growing apart
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.Definition
This phrasal verb means that two people or things are gradually becoming more distant or disconnected from each other, often emotionally or socially. It suggests a gradual drifting apart that can lead to a complete separation.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | Despite their initial strong bond, John and Mary grew apart as they focused on their careers. |
| 2 | The couple grew apart after their child left for college. |
| 3 | The once-close friends grew apart due to their differing political views. |
| 4 | As the years passed, the siblings grew apart and barely spoke. |
| 5 | The new technology grew apart from the old, making it obsolete. |
| 6 | After a series of disagreements, the business partners grew apart and went their separate ways. |
| 7 | The isolated community grew apart from the rest of the world. |
| 8 | The once-popular fashion trend grew apart from modern styles. |
| 9 | Despite their shared history, the warring factions grew apart and refused to negotiate. |
| 10 | The growing apart of the Earth's tectonic plates causes earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. |