asunder
/ə ˈsən dər/
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Definition(s):
- (adj) widely separated especially in space
- (adv) into parts or pieces
Usage(s):
- In some quarters, the suspicion has lingered that the therapist's job is to validate a patient's complaints and act as a minister in reverse, putting couples asunder.
- After resting on the ocean floor, split asunder and rusting, for nearly three- quarters of a century, a great ship seemed to come alive again.
- The Chinese-American relationship is a very important one and we don't want to see it torn asunder in any way.
Quotes
- President Kennedy said, "Geography has made us neighbors. History has made us friends. Economics has made us partners, and necessity has made us allies. Those whom God has so joined together, let no man put asunder."on Aug 15, 2008 By: John F Kennedy Source: Australia.TO
- "I'm not inclined to rip asunder the education budget for the state and force local school districts to raise property taxes significantly," Rendell said.on Jul 7, 2009 By: Ed Rendell Source: Philadelphia Inquirer
- "It is inconceivable that the best way to provide such services to a child and his family is by an interpretation that tears the family asunder," McDonnell wrote.on Dec 6, 2006 By: Bob McDonnell Source: Daily Press
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