walk away from

Example Sentences

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Bill Whitaker, who joined the program in 2014 and was a Pelley ally, is said to be weighing whether to walk away from the two years left on his current contract.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

With so much luxury on offer, one might wonder what has prompted Niko—also owns a film-production company called Chasing Butterflies Pictures—and Stephanie to walk away from the dwelling.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

The rapid and complete recovery was possible because family-owned Warmington didn’t walk away from the new owners.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

These longer-term agreements include guarantees that get Sandisk paid even if a customer decides to walk away from the deal.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

I shake my head and walk away from him.

From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi