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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
Examples
The sculptor broke off a chunk of clay for shaping.
02
to become separated from a larger entity
Intransitive
Examples
The tree branch broke off in the strong wind.
03
to suddenly stop an activity or an action
Transitive: to break off an activity or action
Examples
The organization had to break off the event due to unforeseen circumstances.
04
to stop speaking or end a conversation suddenly
Intransitive
Examples
The speaker broke off, suppressing a laugh.
05
to end a romantic or personal relationship suddenly
Transitive: to break off a relationship
Examples
She decided to break the engagement off due to irreconcilable differences.
