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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If the current roster core doesn’t rise to contention, owner Steve Ross could easily decide the franchise needs to part ways from general manager Chris Grier and coach Mike McDaniel in 2026, in what could be a whole new rebuild.
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David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2025
In exchange for the righty, the Bronx Bombers would likely need to part ways with a few big league-ready prospects like Spencer Jones, Everson Pereira, or Jorbit Vivas.
—William Lambers, Newsweek, 8 Mar. 2025
To do so, the team would likely need to part ways with an asset Beane has held in high regard since becoming the GM — their first-round pick.
—Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
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.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 23 Feb. 2025
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David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2025
In exchange for the righty, the Bronx Bombers would likely need to part ways with a few big league-ready prospects like Spencer Jones, Everson Pereira, or Jorbit Vivas.
—William Lambers, Newsweek, 8 Mar. 2025
To do so, the team would likely need to part ways with an asset Beane has held in high regard since becoming the GM — their first-round pick.
—Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
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.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 23 Feb. 2025
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“Part ways.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/part%20ways. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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