break away
The phrase "break away" is versatile, commonly used to describe sudden separation or departure in various contexts.
Definition
B2General
To leave suddenly and forcefully from a group or situation.
Example
- She decided to break away from the group and start her own project.
B2Escape
To get free from confinement or control.
Example
- The prisoner managed to break away during the transfer.
B2Sports
(sports)To suddenly move away from defenders towards the goal.
Example
- The player scored a goal on a breakaway.
C1Political/Social
(political)To secede or become independent from a larger group or organization.
Example
- The region voted to break away from the country and form a new state.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "break away":
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