make a break

Frequency: 6.77.9 per million words

to decide to separate from a situation or relationship

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Examples (10)

  • His new work makes a break with the past.
  • I wanted to leave but was nervous about making the break.
  • After years of unhappiness, she decided to make a break from her marriage.
  • The company made a complete break with its old business model.
  • It's difficult to make a break from a job you've had for twenty years.
  • He's planning to make a clean break and move to a new city where nobody knows him.
  • The band made a break from their signature sound on their latest album.
  • Sometimes, you just have to make a break from your routine to find new inspiration.
  • The political party made a sharp break with the policies of its previous leader.
  • If you're going to make a break, you should do it decisively and without looking back.