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to break off
[phrase form: break]
01
to use force to separate one thing from another
Transitive: to break off sth
02
to become separated from a larger entity
Intransitive
03
to suddenly stop an activity or an action
Transitive: to break off an activity or action
04
to stop speaking or end a conversation suddenly
Intransitive
05
to end a romantic or personal relationship suddenly
Transitive: to break off a relationship
break off
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Example
The sculptor broke off a chunk of clay for shaping.
The mechanic broke off the rusty bolt with a wrench.
Break off a piece of chocolate for yourself.
He broke off a piece of his chocolate.
The rock broke off from the cliff.
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