| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
drift apart [drɪft əˈpɑːt] | gradually become less close to someone |
Other meanings
- move slowly away from each other (literally, of objects/people)
- fade or lose connection over time (figurative, relationships/friends)
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "drift apart"
- After college, the friends began to drift apart.
- Over the years, the couple slowly drifted apart.
- The two boats drifted apart in the current.
Features of Using "drift apart"
• Used mostly about relationships, friendships, or groups losing closeness gradually.
• Implies a natural process, not a sudden break.
• Cannot be used with a direct object (you can’t say “drift someone apart”).