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break with

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part ways
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Civil servant and ruling party member Noel Urbina, 45, told AFP he does not believe Chavistas would endorse Rodriguez in a leadership contest -- a move which marks a break with the past, experts say.

From Barron's Aug. 5, 2026

I’m back from a matrimonial break with a pep in my step and a shiny new ring on my finger.

From Slate Aug. 5, 2026

Ohtani reported soreness Wednesday night in his left knee, which he treated over the All-Star break with a lubricating orthovisc injection and rest.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 2026

Four England players were shown yellow cards after the break, with former scrum-half Matt Dawson describing their discipline as "verging on comical".

From BBC Jul. 19, 2026

“Well, I’ve got a lot of other rooms to clean, my friend. But I’ll be back tomorrow night. Maybe I’ll take my dinner break with you again.”

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney




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