sever
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In 1971, the decision to sever the dollar’s last link from gold came amid huge domestic tumult, including the opposition to the seemingly endless Vietnam War, plus growing racial tensions.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
Some members of her party have pushed Sheinbaum to sever ties with Rocha Moya and other leaders suspected of links to organized crime, lest Morena be tainted by the allegations.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
It denounces the judge’s “attempts to strip RIH of its ability to participate in these proceedings, and, by extension, to sever this court from the party whose rights are directly at stake.”
From Slate • May 19, 2026
Beijing’s willingness to sever such a critical trade tie caught Trump’s team off guard, according to administration officials.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
“Falling asleep might sever the tether,” she said, “and cut the moth loose.”
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
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