Lapse into

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phrasal verb

To start doing or being in a certain habit or state, especially an undesirable one, without intending to.

After his wife's passing, he lapsed into a depression.
Visual representation of "lapse into" - To start doing or being in a certain habit or state, especially an undesirable one, without intending to

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  • lapse into silence
  • lapse into depression
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Negative Context

Often used when someone begins an unwanted behavior or emotional state.

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Following the news, the entire team lapsed into silence.
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Subtle Change

Implies a gradual transition rather than a sudden one.

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He didn't notice when he lapsed into negativity.
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Unintended

Highlights that the change was not planned or intentional.

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I lapsed into old routines as the semester dragged on.
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