part ways
idiom
chiefly US
1
: to end a relationship
The band members parted ways after releasing their third album.
—often + withShe has since parted ways with the organization.
2
: to leave each other
We said our goodbyes and parted ways.
3
: to disagree with someone about something
We part ways on that issue.
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Aaron Rodgers will hit free agency this offseason as the New York Jets announced their intent to part ways with the four-time NFL MVP.
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Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 23 Feb. 2025
However, Abbasi said the decision to part ways with his reps was entirely his own.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 22 Feb. 2025
My decision to part ways was a long term career decision that was not shaped by short term motivations.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 22 Feb. 2025
Gang Green is expected to part ways with Rodgers, according to several reports.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2025
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Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 23 Feb. 2025
However, Abbasi said the decision to part ways with his reps was entirely his own.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 22 Feb. 2025
My decision to part ways was a long term career decision that was not shaped by short term motivations.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 22 Feb. 2025
Gang Green is expected to part ways with Rodgers, according to several reports.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2025
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“Part ways.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/part%20ways. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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