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Asunder

usgb/əˈsʌndər/Volume
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Dramatic EffectPlay
Used for emphasis in dramatic situations, often describes violent separation. SlideThe once inseparable duo was now rent asunder by betrayal.
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Physical BreakagePlay
Describes physical objects being split or broken forcefully. SlideThe ancient vase fell and cracked asunder upon the hard floor.
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Natural DisastersPlay
Often used in narratives involving earthquakes, storms, or explosions. SlideThe earthquake shook the ground and cleaved the highway asunder.