parting of the ways
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At the time, the split was often portrayed as a natural parting of the ways at the end of Richardson's contract - as he wanted to focus on his job at the Ferrer Academy.
From BBC ● May 15, 2026
Coyle replaces Malloe, a universally beloved and respected assistant who left the team last week as part of what was described as a mutual parting of the ways after the team’s disappointing start.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2025
Asked if strategic differences on China meant a long-term parting of the ways between the United States and France, Mr. Le Maire said: “It could be the case if we are not cautious.”
From New York Times ● Oct. 28, 2021
Soon after, the Orlando Magic and Steve Clifford also had one of those “mutual decisions” parting of the ways, leaving open the coaching job that … well, it is a short drive to Disney World.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 7, 2021
Thus the exile period marks the parting of the ways in the development of Hebrew religion.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 2 "Hearing" to "Helmond" by Various
