cleavage

noun

ˈklē-vij How to pronounce cleavage (audio)
Definition of cleavagenext
as in split
the act or process of a whole separating into two or more parts or pieces the cleavages of an egg as an embryo develops

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Recent Examples of cleavage Glowy body makeup Free the sideboob, the underboob, the cleavage, and the collarbone! — Loren Savini, Allure, 20 May 2026 The cleavage is overwhelming for her, the waist is completely suffocating, and the corset and the dress is heavy. — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 14 May 2026 Months prior, Fox bared a different kind of cleavage during London Fashion Week. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 8 Apr. 2026 When heat and pressure are applied to the paper, the fusible cleavage product seals the surface. — Etiido Uko march 28, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cleavage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleavage
  1. split
  2. dissolution
  3. breakup
  4. partition
  5. division
  6. separation
Noun
  • Since the 2011 overthrow of Muammar Gaddafi, Libya has remained de facto split between competing political and military centers of power.
    — Lauren Morganbesser, semafor.com, 14 July 2026
  • Qualley has also deleted wedding photos with the record producer from her Instagram amid their split.
    — Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026
Definition of split
Noun
  • As for crypto, 83 House Democrats embarrassingly joined the Republicans to pass the CLARITY Act that would preside over the dissolution of financial protections for the American bank and retirement fund user.
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 10 July 2026
  • Decertification of the union would lead to the dissolution of the contract, which currently sets pay, benefits and workplace rules for employees.
    — Austin Horn, Miami Herald, 7 July 2026
Definition of dissolution
Noun
  • The 45-second clip features Oasis’ rowdy crowds and hints at rehearsal footage as Noel and Liam Gallagher talk about their reunion years after Oasis’ acrimonious breakup.
    — Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 4 July 2026
  • The track is about cautiously opening yourself up to a new relationship after a painful breakup, finding comfort in someone who appreciates the very qualities a former partner criticized.
    — Jane LaCroix, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
Definition of breakup
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  • On the eight trading floors, the company installed custom partitions and operational furnishings built to meet the demands of high-performance financial operations.
    — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
  • Thus, understanding how species share or partition resources is central to identifying critical habitats and designing effective protection strategies.
    — Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of partition
Noun
  • Miki Sudo defended her title as well in the women’s division.
    — Kyla Guilfoil, NBC news, 5 July 2026
  • The Dodgers claimed a series win in the four-game home set against their division rival, with the chance to sweep Sunday.
    — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
Definition of division
Noun
  • Following its separation from the city, GLAZA executives hope the nonprofit can work in the animal conservation efforts in Southern California.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026
  • Each boat also carries onboard sensors, processing hardware, and an innovative magnetic latching mechanism that enables autonomous connection and separation from neighboring robots.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
Definition of separation

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