Are friendship break-ups reversible?

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  • messy break-up
    the end of a relationship
    You know, it was a very messy breakup, but we're past that now, right?
  • weigh in with
    to become involved in an argument or discussion in a forceful way
    Several leading architects weighed in with criticisms regarding the design of the new museum. (informal)
  • doubt
    not believe; not be sure of; feel uncertain about; lack of certainty
    I doubt that I'll get the job.
  • ride or die
    someone who's always there for you, through the highs and the lows
    Someone you can rely on is called your "ride or die."
  • in the span of
    a period of time which has passed or is expected to pass
    Furthermore, Edward Moon, who was fired twice in the span of 3 hours yesterday, is not technically an employee!
  • split from
    to become divided up or separated off
    And for that reason, I have split from Sophia.
  • wingwoman
    a women that helps a man score/ hook up with usually a hot chick
    He has wing woman so that's why his never lonely in the weekends.
  • scoff at
    To make fun of; mock; refuse to take seriously
    People who are out of work cannot afford to ----- at any job.
  • jab
    a quick hard push or hit |dʒæb|
    She gave me a sharp jab in the ribs with her elbow to stop me from saying any more.
  • ellipsis
    a punctuation mark consisting of three dots (...) used to indicate the omission of one or more words. |ɪˈlɪpsɪs|
  • pop up
    to appear or happen, especially suddenly or unexpectedly
    She's one of those movie stars who pops up everywhere, on TV, in magazines, on Broadway. (informal)
  • punch
    to hit someone or something with your fist
    He punched him in the stomach.
  • catch up
    to learn or discuss the latest news
    Let's go for a coffee - I need to catch up on all the gossip.
  • harsh
    unpleasant, unkind, cruel, or more severe than is necessary
    We thought the punishment was rather harsh for such a minor offence.
  • cut out
    to remove something or form a shape by cutting, usually from paper or cloth
    She cut out his picture from the magazine.
  • lose perspective
    to be unable to see a bigger view or picture
    I was so worried about my self that I lost all perspective.
  • disregard
    to ignore something
    He told us to disregard everything we'd learned so far and start again.
  • label
    to describe someone or something using a particular word or phrase, often unfairly
    She doesn't like being labelled as a "woman director", saying she's just a director who happens to be a woman.
  • step back
    to stop being involved in something
    We need to step back and look at all our options.
  • friendship deposits
    actions, behaviors, or gestures that contribute positively to a friendship. They help build trust, intimacy, and overall goodwill within the relationship.
  • friendship withdrawals
    actions, behaviors, or attitudes that detract from the strength of a friendship. They can erode trust, create distance, and lead to resentment or conflict.
  • feel built up
    it refers to the feeling of excitement, anticipation, and eagerness that builds up inside a person as they look forward to a specific event or experience.
    One of the key features of being built up is the sense of anticipation that comes with it.
  • drained
    very tired
    You look completely drained - why don't you go to bed?
  • frustrations
    disappointment or discouragement, or a discouraging situation:
    I am fed up with the frustrations of everyday life.
  • the sandwich method

    Compliment, point out problem, give suggestion, and compliment
  • finish on a more optimistic note
    to conclude or end something in a positive and hopeful manner
  • remorse
    a feeling of sadness and being sorry for something you have done
    He felt no remorse for the murders he had committed. (formal)
  • take accountability
    to take responsibility
    Taking accountability for your actions is a crucial step that enables you to take control of your life.
  • blackmail
    the act of getting money from people or forcing them to do something by threatening to tell a secret of theirs or to harm them
    If you are in a position of authority, any weakness leaves you open to blackmail.
  • willing to
    to be happy to do something if it is needed
    If you're willing to fly at night, you can get a much cheaper ticket.
  • grieve
    to feel or express great sadness, especially when someone dies
    The entire community is grieving for the loss of the four children.
  • second-guess
    1. to criticize someone after a decision has been made; to criticize something after it has happened
    2. to guess what someone will do before they do it
    I'm pretty sure we don't get to second-guess people's religious beliefs.