amicable
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The outlet reported that the amicable split comes as “the distance between them and their busy schedules made it challenging to maintain their connection.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
"For those who are already amicable, and can make decisions together, it's very good for them to have an option to choose joint custody. I think it's a great step forward."
From BBC ● May 23, 2026
While Donald Trump and Xi Jinping were hailing their friendship for the cameras, it was less amicable for the rival Chinese and US security services.
From Barron's ● May 15, 2026
It can be amicable, with partners wishing each other well as they sign the papers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 30, 2026
Aside from our complaints about the late-night welding, our families are generally amicable, but there’s always been a sense of polite tension when my parents deal with them.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
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