irreconcilable differences

idiom

Definition of irreconcilable differences

formal

: inability to agree on most things or on important things They are filing for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences.

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irreconcilable differences

noun plural but singular or plural in construction

ir·rec·on·cil·able dif·fer·enc·es | \ ir-ˌre-kən-ˈsī-lə-bəl-\

Legal Definition of irreconcilable differences

: substantial incompatibility between marriage partners that is a broad ground for especially no-fault divorce — compare irretrievable breakdown of the marriage

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