sever relations

Frequency: 6.88.1 per million words

to completely end a relationship, often suddenly

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  • The two nations decided to sever diplomatic relations after the incident.
  • She threatened to sever all relations with her family if they didn't support her decision.
  • The company had to sever its business relations with the problematic supplier.
  • After years of disputes, the friends chose to sever their long-standing relation.
  • They were forced to sever their economic relations due to new sanctions.
  • It's painful to sever personal relations, but sometimes it's necessary for peace of mind.
  • The government announced its intent to sever all relations with the rogue state.
  • His rash actions caused him to sever important professional relations.
  • To avoid further conflict, they decided to sever all communication and relations.
  • The sudden disagreement led them to sever their once close relations.