CEFR B2

breakaway

noun

Meaning

A sudden departure or separation from a larger group, organization, or movement.

Examples

The breakaway group decided to form their own independent political party.
The striker made a brilliant breakaway, leaving the defenders far behind.

Synonyms: escape, departure, secession

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breakaway (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈbreɪkəweɪ/

Definition

A sudden departure or separation from a larger group, organization, or movement.

Examples

The breakaway group decided to form their own independent political party.
The striker made a brilliant breakaway, leaving the defenders far behind.
Several breakaway provinces declared their independence after the civil war.

Synonyms of breakaway

Words with a similar meaning to breakaway:

escape
departure
secession

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