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Phrase(s): break with someone
Go to break off (with someone).
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs
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1. 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. 2. Depart from, reject, as in The couple broke with tradition and decided to write their own marriage vows. [Late 1800s]
American Heritage Idioms