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'break off' in a sentence

Learn how to use 'break off' with 7 example sentences.


break off verb

: interrupt before its natural or planned end

: prevent completion

: break off (a piece from a whole)

: break a piece from a whole

: break a small piece off from


  • The collar broke off and the dog ran away.
  • The two countries have broken off diplomatic relations.
  • We have broken off relations with them.
  • I've broken off our engagement.
  • He broke off in the middle of his speech.
  • The handle of the cup has broken off.
  • Let's break off, shall we?
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