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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As Istook gears up to part ways with WFAA, Daybreak has welcomed a new addition to its team.
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Uwa Ede-Osifo, Dallas Morning News, 20 Jan. 2026
For the second time in the last three weeks, the San Diego Wave and one of their top players have mutually agreed to part ways.
—Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Jan. 2026
The Los Angeles Football Club and midfielder Yaw Yeboah mutually agreed to part ways on Friday.
—Josh Gross, Daily News, 17 Jan. 2026
The team is looking to part ways with Nick Castellanos, and younger players like Johan Rojas and Brandon Marsh haven’t been able to seize everyday roles.
—Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
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Uwa Ede-Osifo, Dallas Morning News, 20 Jan. 2026
For the second time in the last three weeks, the San Diego Wave and one of their top players have mutually agreed to part ways.
—Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Jan. 2026
The Los Angeles Football Club and midfielder Yaw Yeboah mutually agreed to part ways on Friday.
—Josh Gross, Daily News, 17 Jan. 2026
The team is looking to part ways with Nick Castellanos, and younger players like Johan Rojas and Brandon Marsh haven’t been able to seize everyday roles.
—Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
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“Part ways.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/part%20ways. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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