breaking away

Example Sentences

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The suit seeks to block the foundation from allegedly misusing NRA trademarks and funds—and from breaking away from the NRA.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

At the center of the discovery is sediment rich in iron that was carried into the ocean by icebergs breaking away from West Antarctica.

From Science Daily • Feb. 4, 2026

Piper Sandler’s Craig Johnson noted a similar division, with staples slumping alongside riskier sectors, breaking away from other defensives.

From Barron's • Nov. 18, 2025

How his alliance fares will be partly due to a fragmented opposition – with many leaders and parties breaking away into either smaller groups, or contesting as independent candidates.

From BBC • Nov. 14, 2024

I need to get him away from the others where we can discuss breaking away.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins