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break away

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Definition (escape)

  1. to escape from or leave someone who is restraining you

    • She decided to break away from the toxic relationship and finally escaped from her boyfriend's control.

    • In a dangerous situation, he managed to break away from the handcuffs.

    • The puppy tried to break away from its leash and ran towards the park.

Definition (separate)

  1. to cease being a member of a group due to disagreement with others in the group

    • She decided to break away from the team due to disagreements with members.

    • The artist eventually chose to break away, seeking her own creative inspiration.

    • Their break away from each other was due to differing views on the future.