sever

Example Sentences

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They represent pure profit, meaning some clubs choose to sever that connection and cash in.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

“We find the lack of definitive action to immediately sever ties with Wally Liaw … as concerning,” Chokshi wrote.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

Kikuo and Shunsuke complement one another as performers but a shocking turn of events will sever their bond.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

“It would sever, and I mean sever, an economic relationship worth several trillion dollars a year if that actually happens. I think the market reaction would be severe,” said Kirkegaard.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

I don’t know how far he got, how many of the iron belts he managed to sever, before a spark from the torch made it into the tank.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover