Often used when people group up for social activities like dancing or games.

Social Situations

May suggest people are forming romantic relationships or dating.

Romantic Implication

Indicates a pair left a group to spend time alone or do an activity together.

Implies choosing one person over others, can seem exclusive or cliquish.

In classrooms, teachers use 'pair off' to have students work together on a task.

Reflects the idea of two people collaborating closely on a specific task or project.