divorce
Meaning
Divorce is the legal dissolution of a marriage, often involving the division of assets and custody arrangements for children.
💡 A common mistake is using "divorce" as a verb; it is primarily a noun.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Anna
has
been
sorting
boxes
in
the
living
room
since
early
morning
,
preparing
to
move
some
things
to
her
sister's
house
.
After
discussing
finances
and
the
children's
schedule
,
she
signed
the
final
papers
for
her
divorce
last
week
,
so
now
she
is
planning
the
practical
details
.
Her
friends
come
over
to
help
with
small
tasks
and
to
keep
her
company
when
she
feels
tired
.
Although
this
change
is
difficult
,
she
focuses
on
creating
a
calm
new
routine
and
making
clear
plans
for
the
coming
months
.
Common Phrases
mutual divorce
amicable divorce
divorce settlement
Synonyms
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