A/the parting of the ways
noun
The point where two people or groups decide to go different ways or take different actions.
There was a parting of the ways between the two friends when they realized they wanted different things in life.
Often appears as...
- a parting of the ways
- parting of the ways between
Usage tips
Idiomatic
noun
The point where two people or groups decide to go different ways or take different actions.
There was a parting of the ways between the two friends when they realized they wanted different things in life.
Often appears as...
- a parting of the ways
- parting of the ways between
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Symbolic Moment
This phrase often symbolizes a significant change or turning point in relationships or group goals.
After the election, there was a parting of the ways within the party's leadership.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Weight
May carry emotional weight, suggesting sadness or regret over the separation.
The band's farewell concert marked a parting of the ways that left many fans teary-eyed.
Pro Tip 3/3Amicable Usage
Can imply a mutual, sometimes amicable decision to separate rather than a conflict.
The founders announced an amicable parting of the ways, each pursuing different ventures.
Pro Tip 1/3Symbolic Moment
This phrase often symbolizes a significant change or turning point in relationships or group goals.
After the election, there was a parting of the ways within the party's leadership.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Weight
May carry emotional weight, suggesting sadness or regret over the separation.
The band's farewell concert marked a parting of the ways that left many fans teary-eyed.
Pro Tip 3/3Amicable Usage
Can imply a mutual, sometimes amicable decision to separate rather than a conflict.
The founders announced an amicable parting of the ways, each pursuing different ventures.
Pro Tip 1/3Symbolic Moment
This phrase often symbolizes a significant change or turning point in relationships or group goals.
After the election, there was a parting of the ways within the party's leadership.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Weight
May carry emotional weight, suggesting sadness or regret over the separation.
The band's farewell concert marked a parting of the ways that left many fans teary-eyed.
Pro Tip 3/3Amicable Usage
Can imply a mutual, sometimes amicable decision to separate rather than a conflict.
The founders announced an amicable parting of the ways, each pursuing different ventures.
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