ruin relationships
/ˈruːɪn rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪps/phrase★Intermediate
informal
To damage or destroy relationships through negative actions or behaviors
His dishonesty ruined relationships with his coworkers.
His lack of honesty damaged his professional connections.
Social media can ruin relationships if used improperly.
Misuse of social media can harm personal connections.
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This phrase emphasizes the negative impact on interpersonal connections.
Collocations
ruin a relationshipdamage or destroy a specific connectionruin relationships withdamage connections with someone
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related Phrases
damage a relationshipphrase
harm a specific connection
strengthen relationshipsphrase
improve interpersonal connections
💡Pro Tip
Avoiding relationship damage
Communicate openly and honestly to prevent ruining relationships.
⚡Gold Rule
Relationship maintenance
Positive actions build relationships, while negative behaviors can ruin them.
📖Word Origin
From 'ruin' (to destroy) + 'relationships' (interpersonal connections)
📝Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used to describe the negative consequences of actions on personal or professional connections.
Word Breakdown
ruin
to destroy or damage
rootrelationships
interpersonal connections
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