trial separation

Frequency: 6.36.1 per million words

a period where a married couple lives apart to decide whether to separate permanently

separationADJECTIVE + NOUN

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Examples (10)

  • The couple decided to have a trial separation before filing for divorce.
  • After months of arguing, they agreed on a six-month trial separation.
  • A trial separation can sometimes help a marriage by giving both partners space.
  • They are currently living apart on a trial separation.
  • During their trial separation, they both realized they were happier alone.
  • The counselor suggested a trial separation to see if they could work through their issues.
  • Is a trial separation always a precursor to divorce?
  • They opted for a trial separation rather than an immediate legal split.
  • The trial separation lasted only two weeks before they decided to reconcile.
  • Many couples use a trial separation to evaluate their relationship.