- present participle of sever.
severing
Example Sentences
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In response, Eritrea announced late on Thursday that it was severing diplomatic ties with Ethiopia, describing Addis Ababa's decision as "astounding".
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
The country brings in a lot of rice from India through the United Arab Emirates, which last week said it was severing trade ties with Iran.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026
That came after the United Arab Emirates said it was severing economic ties with Tehran over attacks on its shipping.
From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 2026
“If you say that, you risk severing your relationship with your parent.”
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026
Twelve of the thirteen colonies voted in favor of severing all ties to the British throne.
From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone
