The phrase "a rift with a" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a disagreement or division between people or groups, often implying a conflict or separation.
Example: "The recent events have caused a rift with a long-time friend, making it difficult for us to communicate."
Alternatives: "a divide with a" or "a split with a".
A rift with a chef is not unfamiliar for Mr. Cannon.
The reading of Eugene's will in 1895 revealed a rift with a third son, Robert.
For Americans, it may be hard to see the blessings in a rift with a longtime ally.
Ask any advertiser who has tried to convince consumers to switch brands, any CEO who has tried to change a company's culture, or any individual who has tried to heal a rift with a friend.
CAIRO — Saudi Arabia closed its embassy here on Saturday and recalled its ambassador, setting off a diplomatic crisis that seemed to catch Egypt's military rulers off guard and left them struggling to repair a rift with a financial benefactor and a long-time ally.
Saudi Arabia also endorsed a settlement to elect Michel Aoun as president, who has close ties to Hezbollah, and to elect Hariri as prime minister in an attempt to embrace key Hezbollah allies to win their loyalty and create a rift with a critical ally of Iran.
For the United States, the unfolding crisis is about much more than just a rift with an ally.
The decision highlighted a rift with an important ally over President Bush's push for democratic change.
In a grueling 36 hours of diplomacy devoted to two of America's most delicate relationships, Mrs. Clinton found herself trying to reinforce a new start with an old adversary, Russia, while bridging a rift with an old friend, Israel.
With more demonstrations planned in coming weeks, he faces a tumultuous new year.Mr Martelly has until January 12th to heal a rift with an irate opposition before the legislature's mandate runs out, leaving him as the sole ruler of Haiti.
But to Germans, yearning to heal a rift with the United States, it looks like an olive branch.
