long-term separation
[/lɔːŋ tɜːrm ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/]
nounpl: long-term separations
separação de longo prazo
1. A prolonged period of time during which two or more people, entities, or things remain apart or divided, typically lasting months or years
The long-term separation between the two countries affected trade relations significantly.
A separação de longo prazo entre os dois países afetou significativamente as relações comerciais.
2. In personal relationships, an extended period of living apart, often preceding or following divorce or permanent estrangement
Their long-term separation eventually led to a formal divorce.
A separação de longo prazo deles eventualmente levou a um divórcio formal.
3. In chemistry or physics, the sustained process of dividing or isolating substances or particles
Long-term separation of isotopes requires advanced laboratory equipment.
A separação de longo prazo de isótopos requer equipamento de laboratório avançado.
Related Idioms & Phrases
distance makes the heart grow fonder
out of sight, out of mind
long distance relationship
estar separado há muito tempo
manter distância
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