break off
definition: to prevent completion
example: We had to break the construction off due to the storm.
speech part: verb
synonyms:
stop
definition: to interrupt something before its natural or planned end
example: We had to break off the play due to a fire alarm.
speech part: verb
synonyms:
cut short
definition: to rend or break a small piece off from
example: I broke off a corner of the cookie, hoping no one would notice.
speech part: verb
synonyms:
chip
definition: to separate a piece from a whole
example: A smaller group broke off, to flank their opponents.
speech part: verb
synonyms:
chip