go their separate ways
The phrase "go their separate ways" is often used to describe the end of a relationship or partnership, indicating that the individuals involved will pursue different paths.
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Definition
B2Relationships
(informal)To end a romantic or close relationship and live independently.
Example
- After years together, they decided to go their separate ways.
B2Travel
(informal)To leave a place and head to different destinations.
Example
- After the conference, the attendees went their separate ways.
B2Professional
(informal)To end a professional partnership and pursue different careers or projects.
Example
- The band members decided to go their separate ways to focus on solo careers.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "go their separate ways":
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