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Grow apart

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Emotional NuancePlay
Implies a gradual, often unintentional loss of connection between people. SlideEven as siblings, they began to grow apart, sharing fewer interests.
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No BlamePlay
Doesn't necessarily mean that someone is at fault for the change in relationship. SlideThere was no argument; they just slowly grew apart.
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Subtle ChangePlay
Indicates a process that may not be immediately obvious but occurs over time. SlideThe childhood friends didn't notice how they'd grown apart until their reunion.