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Definition
To fall out with someone; to break off a friendship and openly show hostility.
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How it's used
Carries a strong sense of finality and public confrontation, often implying that the relationship is damaged beyond repair. It is used when someone decides to stop pretending to be polite and openly declares hostility. The imagery of tearing away one's face highlights the loss of dignity and the deliberate abandonment of social decorum.
Examples
They fell out over money and haven't spoken to each other since.
Related words
Common phrases
to end up in a total fallout
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply having an argument or a disagreement. It specifically refers to the act of cutting ties or ending a relationship, not just a temporary spat.
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Grammar guides
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