Often suggests sadness or difficulty around ending a close relationship or marriage.

Emotional Weight

Used in casual conversation, usually not in formal situations.

Casual Speak

'Bust up' is less formal than 'separate' or 'divorce,' and may not imply legal action.

Implies intentional disruption or ruining the peace, often linked to unruly behavior.

Suggests that the disturbance is likely to involve conflict or a fight.

Often describes a sudden or unexpected event that causes chaos.

Infers that the damage is significant, not just a minor scratch or dent.

Damage is usually serious enough that it cannot be easily or quickly fixed.

May suggest that an item is so damaged it's not worth repairing.