break off JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/breɪk ɒf/ · break.off
verb
- To end abruptly, either temporarily or permanently The negotiations broke off after the two parties failed to reach an agreement.
- To remove a piece from a whole by breaking or snapping She broke off a piece of chocolate from the bar and handed it to her friend.
- To play the first shot in a game of snooker The player broke off with a powerful shot, scattering the balls across the table.
Did you know? The phrase 'break off' has been used in various contexts, including sports, where it refers to the starting shot in games like snooker and pool. Interestingly, the phrase has also been used in geology to describe the process of rocks breaking off from a larger formation.