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"cause a rift between" is a grammatically correct phrase and can be used in written English.
It means to create a division or disagreement between two people or groups. Example: The argument over the inheritance caused a rift between the siblings, leading to a strained relationship for years to come.
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Brexit breakup: did it cause a rift between you and your partner?
The uncertain and agonizing decisions made in the NICU can cause a rift between parents and caregivers.
Even smaller applications for an extension to a house can cause a rift between neighbours and a petition signed by all the residents on one quiet close.
Sending lethal weapons to Ukraine has one further downside — it would cause a rift between the United States and its main European allies.
Expressing "deepest condolences to the families of the victims," the military reiterated its determination to refuse "attempts to cause a rift between the armed forces and the Egyptian people".
Charles Allen (D-Ward 6), who chairs the council's Committee on the Judiciary and Public Safety, said that he is "frustrated" that the community has waited months for action from prosecutors only to reach a decision that he expects will cause a rift between residents and law enforcement.
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After Russell left, Fred Higgins caused a rift between him & O'Connor.
It even caused a rift between father and son, but Ross still won.
The deportation of New Zealand citizens had caused a rift between the two countries.
It was the film version of the latter that caused a rift between the two.
Why is our friendship with you worth it if it causes a rift between the U.S. and Russia?
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