severing

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In a statement released Wednesday, Cuba's central bank said a foreign bank was severing ties with Fincimex S.A.,

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Uthmeier’s theory would render this presumption unconstitutional, because it allows a non-biological father to assert parentage while severing the biological father’s claim to the child.

From Slate • May 13, 2026

Throughout history, global dependence on seaborne trade has rendered countries vulnerable to blockades, a form of economic warfare meant to starve an enemy of material and treasure by severing its commercial lifelines.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Then, in 2023, longtime member Emilio Ghanem vanished shortly after severing ties with the group, authorities said.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

But if I went through with the exorcism, I would be severing my only lead to finding Yakov’s true killer.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros