Falling for someone B1
From taking a shine to someone and going out, to the awkward bit where it all splits up.
Getting together with someone
go out C1 — have a romantic relationshipA: Are you and Jamie just friends?
B: No, we're actually going out.
take out B2 — invite someone and pay for themA: Are you doing anything special for your birthday?
B: Yeah, my friends are taking me out tonight.
hold hands — touch handsA: Are you nervous about the flight?
B: A little. Can we hold hands during takeoff?
take to — to start liking someone or somethingA: How's your new flatmate?
B: Surprisingly, I took to her right away. She's really easy to get along with.
When it ends
split up — end a relationshipA: Have you seen Emma lately?
B: No, she and Tom split up last month, so she's been keeping to herself.
break up — end a romantic relationshipA: Did you hear about Mia and Tom?
B: Yeah, they broke up last week.
Are they together?
Sam: Are those two actually going out now, or just mates?
Beth: Going out! He took her out for dinner last week.
Sam: I did notice them holding hands at the bar.
Beth: Sweet, isn't it? I really took to him, actually.
It didn't work out
Olly: Heard you and Kate split up. You alright?
Marcus: Yeah, we'd been heading that way a while. We broke up on good terms, though.
Olly: Fair enough. Give us a shout if you fancy a pint.