| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
split apart [splɪt əˈpɑːt] | break or force into separate pieces |
Other meanings
- separate people or groups, causing division
- move away from each other, not staying together
- figurative: cause conflict or disunity
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "split apart"
- He used an axe to split apart the logs.
- The earthquake split apart the road.
- The scandal split apart the political party.
- The group split apart after the leader resigned.
Features of Using "split apart"
Often implies force, violence, or sudden separation.
Can be literal (wood, objects, land) or figurative (relationships, groups).
Pronouns go in the middle: split it apart.