CEFR B2

bust up

phrasal verb

Meaning

To end a relationship, partnership, or group, often due to a disagreement.

Examples

Their long-term relationship finally busted up after years of constant fighting.
The business partners decided to bust up the company and sell off its assets.

Synonyms: break up, split up, dissolve, disband

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bust up (B2)

phrasal verb

Pronunciation: /bʌst ʌp/

Definition

To end a relationship, partnership, or group, often due to a disagreement.

Examples

Their long-term relationship finally busted up after years of constant fighting.
The business partners decided to bust up the company and sell off its assets.

How to Use bust up

bust up with someone (prepositional phrase): To end a romantic relationship or friendship with someone. — "She decided to bust up with her boyfriend after finding out he cheated."
bust up over something (prepositional phrase): To argue or end a relationship because of a particular issue. — "They almost busted up over a misunderstanding about money."

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