Some editors insist that writers should never split an infinitive, even to achieve clarity.

In the experiment, a split second was created by dividing the one-second interval into two equal halves.

The outcome hinged on a split-second.

She ordered a banana split and shared it with her friends on the patio.

In the mayoral race, several voters admitted they cast a split ticket to support the incumbent and an opposition councilor.

They bought a split-level near the park because they liked the separate living and sleeping areas.

We toured a split-level house where the living room sits a half-flight above the kitchen, connected by a short run of stairs that gives each space a distinct character.

They moved into a cozy split level house near the park.

They toured a charming split level in the suburbs that had sunlit terraces and cozy nooks.

After years of confusion, the therapist diagnosed her with a split personality.