a clean break

Frequency: 7.09.8 per million words

a complete and final separation from a person, job, or situation

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Examples (10)

  • After the toxic relationship, she knew she needed to make a clean break.
  • He resigned from the company, hoping for a clean break from the stressful environment.
  • The new government promised a clean break with the policies of the past.
  • Sometimes, a clean break is the kindest way to end a friendship.
  • Quitting smoking requires a clean break; you can't just cut back gradually.
  • The artist's latest work represents a clean break from her traditional style.
  • They sold the house and moved to another country for a clean break.
  • It's difficult to have a clean break when you work in the same office.
  • For his mental health, a clean break from social media was necessary.
  • The country sought a clean break from its colonial history.