Pronunciation: /dɪˈvɔrs/
noun the legal dissolution of a marriage
A1 My parents got a divorce last year.
A2 The divorce rate in this country is quite high.
B1 She hired a lawyer to handle her divorce proceedings.
B2 The couple's divorce was finalized after months of negotiations.
C1 The divorce settlement included custody arrangements for their children.
C2 The divorce had a lasting impact on their financial stability.
verb None
A1 They decided to divorce after many years of marriage.
A2 The couple divorced last year and are now living separately.
B1 The divorce process can be emotionally challenging for both parties.
B2 She hired a lawyer to help her navigate the complexities of her divorce.
C1 The divorce settlement included the division of assets and custody arrangements for their children.
C2 After the divorce was finalized, they both felt a sense of relief and closure.
adjective None
A1 She is going through a divorce.
A2 The divorce process can be emotionally draining.
B1 They finalized their divorce settlement last month.
B2 The divorce rate in that country has been steadily increasing.
C1 The divorce proceedings were complicated by financial disputes.
C2 The divorce was amicable, with both parties agreeing on terms peacefully.
adverb None
A1 She lives in a small apartment after her divorce.
A2 He started a new job after his divorce.
B1 They decided to sell their house after the divorce.
B2 She traveled to Europe alone after her divorce.
C1 He focused on his career and personal growth post-divorce.
C2 She found solace in meditation and self-reflection following her divorce.
pronoun None
A1 She wants a divorce.
A2 He filed for divorce last month.
B1 The divorce process can be emotionally challenging.
B2 Their divorce settlement was finalized after months of negotiations.
C1 The divorce proceedings were complicated by the shared business interests.
C2 The divorce decree was issued by the court, officially ending their marriage.
preposition None
A1 They decided to divorce after many years of marriage.
A2 The couple agreed to divorce amicably and divide their assets fairly.
B1 The divorce proceedings were complicated by the couple's shared business interests.
B2 Despite their differences, they were able to reach a settlement without going to court.
C1 The divorce decree was finalized after months of negotiations and legal battles.
C2 The divorce settlement included provisions for child custody and spousal support.
conjunction None
A1 I want to get divorced, but I am scared.
A2 She decided to divorce her husband after years of unhappiness.
B1 The couple decided to divorce due to irreconcilable differences.
B2 After much deliberation, they finally made the decision to divorce.
C1 The divorce proceedings were long and complicated, but they finally reached a settlement.
C2 Despite their best efforts, the divorce was inevitable due to their conflicting values.
interjection None
A1 Divorce! That's what my parents did last year.
A2 Oh, divorce! I never thought they would split up.
B1 Divorce! It's a difficult process for everyone involved.
B2 Well, divorce is never easy, but sometimes it's necessary.
C1 Divorce, while challenging, can lead to new beginnings and personal growth.
C2 Divorce can be a painful experience, but it can also be an opportunity for self-discovery.
article None
A1 She wants a divorce from her husband.
A2 After their divorce, they remained friends.
B1 The couple decided to get a divorce after years of unhappiness.
B2 The divorce settlement included splitting their assets evenly.
C1 The divorce proceedings were long and contentious.
C2 They sought counseling before ultimately deciding on divorce.
formal The divorce proceedings were finalized last week.
informal My friend just went through a messy divorce.
slang I heard they're getting a divorce, it's a total bummer.
figurative The divorce between science and religion is a topic of much debate.
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