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as in to divide
to set or force apart
You should split logs now for a winter's supply of wood.
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as in to polarize
to cause (people) to break up into opposing groups
The party split over which tax policy to endorse.
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as in breakup
the act or process of a whole separating into two or more parts or pieces
the split of the group into two factions marked the beginning of the end of the organization
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as in divided
disagreeing with each other
opinions are split on the subject
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Recent Examples of split
Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
The band split in 1986, but Lynne marched on as a solo act and producer.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 12 July 2025
Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 14 July 2025
With their official split, the source confirms that Bieber will now own 100 percent of his masters, starting with Swag.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 12 July 2025
Sara Coughlin, SELF, 4 July 2025
Following the split verdict, legal experts told USA Today that Combs will likely get to keep his empire of mansions, business entities, exotic cars and other perks of his wealthy lifestyle.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 3 July 2025
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Verb
America split up Huda and Jeremiah by pairing him with Iris, and Jeremiah was eventually voted out by his friends, sparking backlash from fans over Ace’s influence on the guys.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
The band split in 1986, but Lynne marched on as a solo act and producer.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 12 July 2025
Noun
At the time of the split, ESPN had three seasons remaining on a contract valued at $550 million per year.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 14 July 2025
With their official split, the source confirms that Bieber will now own 100 percent of his masters, starting with Swag.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 12 July 2025
Adjective
Its split sole bends with your foot, its padded collar keeps you comfy, and its all-over design prioritizes stability and support.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 4 July 2025
Following the split verdict, legal experts told USA Today that Combs will likely get to keep his empire of mansions, business entities, exotic cars and other perks of his wealthy lifestyle.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for split
Verb
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Hamilton County residents are divided on the new lease terms for Paycor Stadium.—
Erin Glynn,
The Enquirer,
25 July 2025
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Tesla quarterly revenues by segment Q1 2019–Q2 2025 The column chart shows Tesla’s revenues divided by three segments: automotive, services and other, and energy generation and storage, from Q1 2019 through Q2 2025.—
Arjun Kharpal,Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
24 July 2025
Noun
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And Japan’s invocation of World War II is controversial in a region where fissures over Tokyo’s devastating militarism during the period sour relations with many of its neighbors to this day.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
16 July 2025
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While the Gen-Z and progressive flanks of the party came together in support of Mamdani last month, fissures within the cohort have emerged in Arizona.—
Brittany Shepherd,
ABC News,
15 July 2025
Noun
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The two began dating and, after a brief breakup in May 2013, they got engaged in July of that year and then married one year later.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
20 July 2025
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After his high-profile breakup from Katy Perry, there are rumors that another A-list actress is trying to woo him.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
19 July 2025
Adjective
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As America has become more divided politically and economically, and the rate of technological change has accelerated, there is something comforting and unchallenging about Morgan’s tales of minor indignities, something that reminds people of how much everyone has in common.—
Belinda Luscombe,
Time,
24 July 2025
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Charges against Mitchell were a point of contention in a divided Senate during the last two legislative sessions.—
Ingrid Harbo,
Twin Cities,
15 July 2025
Verb
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The moment sparked fan speculation and internet sleuths uncovered the shy couple's identity — CEO Astronomer Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot, both of whom were discovered to be married to separate people.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
22 July 2025
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Twigs and LaBeouf dated between 2018 and 2019 after meeting on the set of his 2019 directorial debut Honey Boy, while LaBeouf was separated from his now-wife Mia Goth.—
Jen Juneau,
People.com,
22 July 2025
Noun
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Use the crevice tool to get in the nooks and corners of your outdoor spaces where cobwebs, dirt, small twigs, and other messes might be lurking.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
17 July 2025
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With four different brush heads this tool can tackle grout, tile and all of the dirty crevices in your bathroom.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
10 July 2025
Noun
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These include fold-down aft bulwarks that enlarge the beach club area when at anchor (a feature first seen on the GTX 80) and a vertically sliding glass partition that separates the aft deck seating area from the interior bar and galley.—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
23 July 2025
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As residents moved out, workers began tearing down partitions, demolishing kitchenettes and installing air conditioning units.—
Shira Moolten,
Sun Sentinel,
22 July 2025
Verb
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For young people often disconnected from professional networks or mentors, Dream Reach Inspire aims to close that gap, one relationship at a time.—
Essence,
Essence,
14 July 2025
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If time allows, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
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“Split.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/split. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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