part ways

phrase

chiefly US

1

: to end a relationship

The band members parted ways after releasing their third album.

—often + with

She 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.

Examples of part ways in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Netanyahu, in this case, is believed to be willing to part ways with his far-right National Security Minister Ben-Gvir – but not from far-right Finance Minister Bezazel Smotrich and the ultra-Orthodox parties. — Henrik Pettersson, CNN Money, 29 Oct. 2026

According to sources, the decision to part ways with Weiner was creative and was made by Peacock, Universal TV and 101 Studios executives based on the pilot script by the Emmy winner. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2026

Meanwhile, Calvin Klein said Thursday the brand and Leoni will part ways at the end of her current contract, confirming speculation that had been circulating in the market. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026

Rebalance your portfolio Don’t be afraid to add back to some of your asset classes that haven’t been doing well and part ways with some of your winners. — Darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for part ways

• ablaze
• airways
• allays
• always
• amaze
• anglaise
• appraise
• archways
• arrays
• ashtrays
• assays
• atpase