break with


verb
  1. (intr, preposition) to end a relationship or association with (someone or an organization or social group)

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break with

Separate from, sever relations with. For example, On this issue the prime minister was forced to break with his cabinet. [Late 1500s] Also see break off, def. 2 and 3.

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