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breakaway

[breyk-uh-wey] / ˈbreɪk əˌweɪ /


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It is a relatively recent appointment, but for the best part of five years he has been at the forefront of shaping the tour's response to the arrival of the breakaway LIV Golf circuit.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

But, amid justified optimism that the famous Green Jacket might remain in UK hands, it would be foolish to ignore what has also been happening on the breakaway LIV Tour.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

For a high-achieving few, the breakaway spirit of the Great Resignation is still alive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

A turnover turned into a USC breakaway, which led to another Nebraska three-pointer.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026

But the immediate cause for their breakaway was their objection to the Freedom Charter and the presence of whites and Indians in the Congress Alliance leadership.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela