sever

Example Sentences

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

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

That designation is normally reserved for foreign actors like Huawei that would require the department to sever ties with the startup just a few months ahead of its expected IPO.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 22, 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’ll go back to my maiden name, sever ties with Tom, make it hard for anyone to find me.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins