sever relation

Frequency: 7.09.0 per million words

To formally end relations, especially between countries or organizations.

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  • The two nations decided to sever diplomatic relations after the incident.
  • Our company had to sever all business relations with the problematic supplier.
  • If negotiations fail, the government might sever economic relations with the neighboring state.
  • Having been betrayed, she chose to sever all relations with her former friend.
  • Severing relations can have profound long-term consequences for all parties involved.
  • The international community urged them not to sever humanitarian relations despite political differences.
  • Historically, many empires have severed relations with rebellious territories.
  • They are considering whether to sever official relations or seek a peaceful resolution.
  • A sudden decision to sever trade relations caused market instability.
  • It is often difficult to fully sever relations once they have been established for decades.