break off
Example Sentences
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We break off our interview when we hear cries coming from one of the recovery wards, and Dr Saung must attend.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
When ovarian cancer develops, cancer cells break off from the tumor.
From Science Daily • Feb. 9, 2026
Genesis offered to refund the intended mother, Ann Gottesman, its $35,000 agency fee if she chose to break off the relationship with Genesis.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 28, 2025
As the trees break off or fall, the downed logs become food and cover for earthbound species and eventually decay into nutrients in the soil.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 28, 2025
Some of the smaller children rushed to break off elephant-ear leaves for umbrellas, but most of us simply stayed where we were, receiving the downpour.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
